What is wrong with us? When Filth Becomes Our Normal

Walk through many African cities after a heavy rain and you do not need environmental impact reports to diagnose the crisis. The evidence lies underfoot. Blocked gutters. Plastic-lined side roads. Overflowing bins beside pavements. Parks dotted with sachet wrappers. Market areas ankle-deep in refuse. Fish markets surrounded by stagnant water. Meat stalls adjacent to open drains.

By Isaac Yeboah