Who's in Charge of Clean Toilets in Zambia?

In Zambia, getting clean and safe toilets is still a big problem. Not everyone has access to them. The people who can make a difference have different amounts of power and care about the issue in varying degrees. This mix of power and interest affects who gets these toilets and who doesn't. A recent study wanted to figure out how these people see their own power and interest. They used a tool called the Mendelow Stakeholder Matrix. This tool helps sort out who's involved in getting safe toilets to people in the outskirts of Lusaka. The study looked at different groups, like government officials, local communities, and non-profits. Each group has a different role and different levels of influence. The study found that some groups have a lot of power but don't care much. Others care a lot but don't have much power. This imbalance can make it hard to get things done. For example, the government might have the power to make changes, but they might not prioritize it. On the other hand, local communities might really want better toilets but don't have the resources to make it happen. This situation is not unique to Zambia. Many places struggle with similar issues. It's a reminder that solving big problems often requires teamwork and understanding who has the power to make changes and who really cares about making those changes happen.