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Containers arranged to catch rainwater dripping from a rooftop at the home of Abigail Kpor. In the absence of safer alternatives, residents rely on untreated water from Lake Volta, unpalatable bore wells and rainwater. They frequently suffer schistosomiasis and other waterborne illnesses as a result. The impending completion of Safe Water Network water centre in the town is expected to improve the situation.
Nyani Quarmyne/Panos Pictures /Felix Features 23 Oct 2012