MWANZA, Aug. 8 -- MWANZA Region residents have been urged to use treated and safe water to protect themselves from health risks associated with consuming unsafe water.

The appeal was made recently by a water quality specialist from the Mwanza Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (MWAUWASA), Zahra Ulole during a public awareness campaign on the importance of water treatment.

The specialist said MWAUWASA uses specialised equipment to treat water and continuouslymonitor its quality to ensure it meets national safety standards before distribution.

She explained that the treatment process begins at Lake Victoria, the citys main water source, where various chemicals are added to remove impurities and make the water safe for human consumptio...