Toilet that makes manure from human waste unveiled

Published on August 23, 2013 04:43 by Water Network Research, Official research team of The Water Network in Non Profit

Eco Loo Africa project has launched anenvironmentally-friendly toilet to improve waste disposal.Projectchairman Imad Agi said thenew approach will transform waste into organic fertiliser.

Speaking during the launch at the Serena Hotel in Nairobi yesterday, he said the portable cubicle with two pots will end challenges among the rural and urban poor. "This toilet will address most of the problems that affect our society ranging from environment to health," Agi said.

He asked Kenyans to embrace the latest toilet waste disposal and management technology. Agi said waste management will improve and economically empower Kenyans. The launch was attended by public health officials and businessmen.

Daniel Simiyu, who comes from Bungoma, called on locals to embrace the initiative. "Let our waste be a source of making money that will then be used to improve our quality of life," he said.

Once rolled out, the Eco Loo is expected to enable its users access the bi-products. The toilet has a special bacterium that recycles the waste into organic fertiliser. The chemical has been tested and proven to be harmless to humans.

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