Breaking taboos, laughing about loos

Despite the efforts made to date, only 34% of the population in Madagascar have access to sanitation.

The indignity and embarrassment surrounding sanitation makes it a difficult subject to broach. But using fun and interactive media such as puppet shows and dramas can be an effective and enjoyable way of breaking down taboos.

Play the slideshow below to hear Lucky Lowe, WaterAid's Country Representative in Madagascar, describe the ways in which we've been tackling stigma and getting communities laughing as well as talking about the issues.

Download our podcast to listen to a more in depth interview with Lucky about our work in the country