Kibera has poor sanitary conditions which encourage flourishing of the cholera-causing microorganism(Vibrio cholerae). Modern sewage system and clean water supply within this region is a myth to Kibera Residents. Improper hygienic practices might by individuals definitely result in cholera outbreak within the area. Here are things you should adhere to prevent yourself from contracting Cholera:
Clean your hands with soap on regular basis, especially after visiting the toilet or before handling any food. If you might access alcohol-based sanitizers, you are recommended to use them instead of soap.
Drink clean water. Clean water includes boiled water or water that you have disinfected by yourself. You can take bottled water from a trusted water bottling company if you can afford it. Addition of ice in beverages you did not prepare yourself is discouraged.
Proper cooking of food and take it when hot to prevent recontamination in some cases. Avoid food from unhygienic vendors within the estates in Kibera as much as you can. You can only take the food if it is prepared in the presence and served hot.
Eat fruits and vegetables that have been cleaned or peeled by yourself. Avoid fruit and vegetable salads that cannot be peeled such as grapes and berries within Kibera. You can purchase them from a cleaner place.
Purchase dairy products such as ice cream and unpasteurized milk from another region just in case to avoid contamination.