Abstract

The deplorable state of sanitation and the consumption of unsafe water by residents of Anambra state, southeast of Nigeria account for increased morbidity and mortality among the population. There are also productivity losses and other health related costs associated with inadequate sanitation, unsafe water and inadequate hygiene in the area. Functional public water supply scheme remains elusive in the state whereas successive efforts on the part of government to mitigate associated problems are yet to yield substantial result., This review paper emphasized the need to harvest robust social landmarks and organizational structure of the people of Anambra State to advantage in finding solutions to her sanitation and water supply challenges. It was recommended that town unions, age-grades, women groups, corporate outfits, clubs, non- governmental organizations, traditional institutions and titled men/women associations have vital roles to play in support of provision of adequate sanitation and safe water supply. They should be approached to support and complement state government’s sanitation and water supply projects in the spirit of community participation