Meet Alex Njagi, the inspiring leader of SATO - Kenya, who is on a mission to transform the reality of sanitation for millions. For him, the work is intensely personal. In the latest episode of our Leader Spotlight series, he shares the powerful story of an elderly couple who, after a decade of enduring an unsanitary pit latrine, experienced "pure joy and relief" when a SATO stool was installed.
This shift – from daily struggle to dignity and safety – drives SATO’s work. Rather than relying on aid, SATO’s strategy is built on a self-sustaining social business model that creates ownership, pride, and a thriving local economy. This approach, which includes innovative "last-mile" distribution, has enabled SATO to impact over 16.3 million people, creating a lasting legacy of improved health and socio-economic empowerment across Africa.