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flag 5.4 million Ghanaians still defecate openly, causing thousands of deaths and millions in losses annually.

flag About 5.4 million Ghanaians, or 18% of the population, still practice open defecation, contributing to 3,600 child deaths annually from diarrhoea and cholera outbreaks, according to WASH experts. flag The issue costs Ghana $79 million yearly, with total annual losses reaching $290 million. flag Poor sanitation is linked to 15% of maternal deaths and affects over 7,500 public schools, where 26% lack toilets, harming girls’ education and safety. flag Experts urge national action, sustained investment, and behavior change through media and community engagement to achieve safe sanitation.

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