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Scientist builds toilet that makes bricks, cooking gas from human waste

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Dr Dennis Magu, the medical epidemiologist behind the innovation, showcases bricks made by the Urinary Diversionary Dry Toilet. [Courtesy]

As the country grapples with the disposal of human waste and sanitary towels, one Kenyan scientist has come up with an innovative solution.

Dubbed the Urinary Diversionary Dry Toilet, the innovation can separate faeces and urine without flush water.

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