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Inadequate public toilets force people to stop and urinate on the outskirts of the street
Uwajeneza Donatha
Feb 23, 2024 - 14:52
While there are people, especially those who travel across districts and provinces, who say they are threatened by the lack of access to public toilets on the roads, the Ministry of Infrastructure says that although the construction of toilets on the roads alone is not popular, they have a plan to provide them with public toilets at each petrol station which will reduce the number who hid themselves to urinate in the bush and side of the road.
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During the meeting, many residents, especially those involved in road construction and maintenance, expressed concerns about the lack of transparency and accountability in road management. The Ministry of Infrastructure acknowledges that merely issuing licenses for road construction without ensuring proper maintenance does not suffice. Therefore, they have initiated a plan to introduce a comprehensive road maintenance fee on each license, aimed at fairly distributing the costs among both users and beneficiaries of the roads, including commuters and residents living along the roadways.
The residents discussing with Isango Star express frustration over the lack of adequate facilities and services along their journeys, particularly when they encounter challenges such as breakdowns or emergencies in remote areas or on the roadsides. They request better roadside assistance and support to ensure their travels are safer and more convenient.
Mrs. Beatha, the 32-year-old woman said, "There are times when one embarks on a journey, especially in remote areas, and it's essential to have roadside assistance available, especially for those traveling by vehicles."
Mrs. Divine also said "There are times when you encounter difficulties along the way, especially when you're traveling through forests or remote areas. It would be beneficial for everyone if there were roadside toilets available in such situations."
The Ministry of Infrastructure acknowledges that placing roadside public toilets on every road segment may not be feasible, but there is a plan to introduce a comprehensive roadside toilets fee alongside restaurants where people can access various services when needed.
The Ministry of Infrastructure continues to emphasize that the roadside assistance fee will be introduced alongside other fees, such as licensing fees, and it will be determined by factors such as the type of service provided and the cost of providing it. However, there have been concerns raised about the clarity and transparency of this fee structure. Efforts are being made to ensure that the allocation of funds collected through these fees is transparent, especially in terms of distributing resources to areas where travelers encounter more challenges, such as remote areas and roadside environments.
Written by GAKUBA Felix Abduljabar
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