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How fishing villages in Madagascar are leading a toilet revolution

Posters at Saint-Augustin's Basic Health Centre warn of the health risks of open defecation and promote toilet construction. © Sarah Tétaud/RFI

In Madagascar, only one in three people has access to proper toilets. But in the country's southern fishing villages, a quiet revolution is taking place as communities swap riverbanks for latrines – tackling deep-rooted habits and health risks tied to poor sanitation.

In the coastal commune of Saint-Augustin, dozens of makeshift toilet blocks have sprung up near family homes, marking a significant shift in local practices. One such structure, shared between three households, serves 17 people.

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