UNICEF: 29,800 children don't have conditions to wash their hands in Georgia

A total of 29,800 children in Georgia do not have proper conditions to even wash their hands with soap and water at home, says UNICEF, which added that children living in families where there is a lack of proper conditions and sanitary facilities are especially vulnerable to the rapid spread of the coronavirus.

In addition, 50,400 children at the age of 3-17 do not have computers at home or access to the internet. 

We need to ensure that children and their families have access to safe and harmless water and sanitation, to the internet, books and educational resources," said Ghassan Khalil, a UNICEF representative in Georgia.

Khalil added that UNICEF continues to support the government of Georgia in strengthening basic services and creating an appropriate environment for each child.