"Nairobi's Water Crisis: Desperation Takes a Dark Turn in the City's Largest Slum" In the midst of a severe water crisis, residents of Nairobi's largest slum are being forced to rely on a local cartel for access to this essential resource. However, the consequences of seeking water from these unscrupulous suppliers are dire, with many women and girls facing the terrifying prospect of sexual threats and attacks. The cartel's stranglehold on the water supply has created a culture of fear, where those who cannot afford to pay the exorbitant prices are left with no choice but to risk their safety. As the city struggles to provide adequate infrastructure for its growing population, the situation in this slum serves as a stark reminder of the devastating human cost of inadequate access to basic necessities.
Water is often a scarce commodity in Nairobi's largest slum. The only source may be a local cartel — and with that comes the risk of sexual threats and attacks.