Garbage Collection Stories

Nairobi's CBD businesses ordered to subscribe to licensed waste collectors or face penalties
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 14, 2025

Mosiria expressed concern that recent inspections revealed many buildings lack proper waste bins and are not subscribed to authorised waste collectors...

City Hall's attorney unable to explain Sh47bn Dandora waste-to-energy tender deal
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 02, 2024

The already filled-up Dandora dumpsite holds about 1.8 million tonnes of solid waste against a 500,000-tonne capacity

Kariokor residents protest over garbage, burst sewers and Sakaja's inaction
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 18, 2024

The residents lament that the sewer leakages have been there for a long time, causing ugly sights.

Duale: Kenyans to use colour-coded bins in new garbage disposal rules
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 12, 2024

The goal of these changes, according to the CS, is to enhance waste management and ensure better disposal practices.

Duale puts city garbage collectors on notice over Nairobi River pollution
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 10, 2024

The CS cited the Athi Water and Sewerage Company and the Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company as some of the largest polluters.

Counties spent Sh4.8 billion on legal fees, garbage collection - Controller of Budget
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 16, 2024

Sh2.7 billion was directed toward legal fees, arbitration and compensation payments, while Sh2.1 billion was used for garbage collection services.

How garbage collection offers hope to Nairobi’s street families
Barack Oduor  |  Sep 03, 2024

Nelson, like his counterparts, earns up to Sh200 each day, which he says has helped them avoid the pitfalls of drug abuse and crime.

Waste collection initiative helps Majengo youth improve their livelihoods
Immaculate Wairimu  |  Jul 30, 2024

Voluntary Services Overseas introduced waste management training for collectors in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu cities.

Waste service providers reject Nema's biodegradable bag directive over cost concerns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 11, 2024

The directive, issued by NEMA on April 8, requires all organic waste from households and institutions to be placed in 100 per cent biodegradable bags.

Mombasa County officials face fraud charges over Sh1.6bn garbage scandal
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jun 24, 2024

EACC has recommended their prosecution and forwarded the case to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for further action.

City Hall to take over garbage collection from private firms from July
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 06, 2024

Governor Sakaja has blamed the private sector for the perennial garbage menace in the capital.

World Environment Day: How Nairobi residents are coping with garbage menace
Charity Kilei  |  Jun 05, 2024

In Eastleigh, Nairobi, poor waste management remained a pressing issue, with many lacking designated places for waste disposal, leading to an increase...

Eastleigh residents demand action over blocked sewage system along California's Marimbi Street
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jun 05, 2024

Residents attribute the problem to the new building's construction blocking the sewage system, causing pressure to burst the manholes.

Health hazard: Eastleigh residents, traders protest persistent roadside dumping of garbage
Hanifa Adan  |  May 30, 2024

Hibrahim Otieno, Nairobi County's chief officer for the environment, defended the practice, explaining that wet waste from drains is left to dry befor...

Outrage as Green Army team caught dumping garbage on Yusuf Haji Road
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Apr 30, 2024

The footage shows two individuals clad in Green Army attire unloading huge piles of garbage onto the busy road.

Eastleigh South MCA demands action as garbage blocks sewer lines
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 30, 2024

Eastleigh residents have been protesting against the poor state of roads, poor sanitation, and uncollected garbage in the business hub.

Nyali residents fearful over return of closed VOK dumpsite
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 27, 2024

The residents want it rehabilitated and turned into an open-air market or a recreational park.

Nairobi County, partners participate in cleanup exercise on Eastleigh streets
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 23, 2024

The crew started with Muratina Road in the early morning hours, then proceeded to General Wariungi Street, then later moved on to the ever-busy Yusuf...

In the shadows: Street children in Eastleigh take on garbage collection jobs for survival
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 22, 2024

While some may prefer collecting plastic, some street dwellers are willing to accept any job offered to them, particularly those considered dirty or u...

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