Social, Cultural, And Economic Factors Influencing promotion of latrine utilization In Laisamis Subcounty, Marsabit, Kenya/ (Record no. 93725)

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Title Social, Cultural, And Economic Factors Influencing promotion of latrine utilization In Laisamis Subcounty, Marsabit, Kenya/
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Summary, etc ABSTRACT<br/>The issue of sanitation has long existed and drawn criticism from figures like Mahatma<br/>Gandhi, who stated that sanitation in a community is more important than independence.<br/>Latrine utilization is among ways of ensuring that communities are safe and are not<br/>interacting with disease causing pathogens. Evidence studies have revealed that the presence<br/>of latrines has not completely been a guarantee for their utilization especially among the<br/>pastoral communities. The study aimed to assess influence of social, cultural, and economic<br/>factors in promoting latrine utilization in Laisamis sub-county, Marsabit County, Kenya.<br/>The study adopted cross-section survey design, to obtained both quantitative and qualitative<br/>data. Quantitative data was obtained using Structured questionnaires and qualitative data<br/>from Focused group Discussions (FGD). Cluster, purposive, and simrevple proportionate<br/>random sampling was used to identified 177 Households heads and participants of FGD.<br/>Quantitative data was analyzed using Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) version<br/>26.0 for descriptive statistics and logistic regression analysis. Logistic regression was<br/>computed in univariate and multivariate analysis to determine the relationship between<br/>predictors and latrine utilizations, and results were presented as an odds ratio with 95%<br/>Confidence Interval (CI). Qualitative data was analyzed thematically and presented in<br/>verbatim. From results 76.3% of respondents indicated latrine to be accessible and only<br/>35.6% of latrine was utilized. The study found that social factors such as societal network<br/>(AOR = 9.793, p = 0.023), perception of latrine use as a sign of respect and cleanliness<br/>(AOR = 2.708, p = 0.004), and social stigma (AOR = 12.084, p < 0.001) was significantly<br/>associated with latrine utilization. Cultural predictors included cultural acceptance of latrines<br/>(AOR = 1.662, p = 0.009), OD signifies continuation of ancestors (AOR = 1.823, p = 0.004)<br/>and cultural taboos (AOR = 0.255, p = 0.002) were statistically significant. Additionally,<br/>Pastoralism (AOR = 6.305, p = 0.007), affordability (AOR = 2.243, p = 0.028) and<br/>incentives (AOR = 0.429, p = 0.001) significantly influence to latrine utilization. The study<br/>concludes that latrine ownership alone does not ensure consistent use in pastoralist settings.<br/>Social, cultural beliefs, and economic barriers significantly hinder utilization, contributing to<br/>continued open defecation and poor public health outcomes. Addressing these challenges<br/>requires more than infrastructure it demands a holistic approach that considers the socio<br/>cultural context and economic realities of rural households. The study recommends<br/>community-based behavior change programs involving local leaders, elders, and influencers<br/>to challenge taboos and social stigma. Government and non-governmental actors should<br/>integrate culturally responsive education and participatory approaches to ensure lasting<br/>impact
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