eastleigh garbage collection Stories
They now work in stagnant wastewater, which has created an unsafe and unhygienic environment.
Maureen Njeri, the CEC in charge of Green Nairobi, and Geoffrey Mosiria, the Environment Chief Officer, are expected to appear before the committee to...
The stretch of road running from 17th Street to beyond 19th Street was previously in poor condition, marked by large potholes, heavy dust during dry s...
The move has sparked heated debates over legality, financial transparency, and the impact on private contractors.
Many business operators have resorted to hiring private waste management services due to inconsistent garbage collection, further straining their oper...
For many years, Eastleigh has struggled with waste management issues. With the new approach introduced by Zanox, the situation appears to be changing.
Waudo Street which was constructed under Governor Johnson Sakaja, now has multiple potholes and becomes excessively muddy after rains.
Braving heavy rains on Sunday evening, the 3,500 Green Army members completed the CBD clean-up and prepared to move to the city’s estates.
Mosiria expressed concern that recent inspections revealed many buildings lack proper waste bins and are not subscribed to authorised waste collectors...
The already filled-up Dandora dumpsite holds about 1.8 million tonnes of solid waste against a 500,000-tonne capacity
The residents lament that the sewer leakages have been there for a long time, causing ugly sights.
The goal of these changes, according to the CS, is to enhance waste management and ensure better disposal practices.
The CS cited the Athi Water and Sewerage Company and the Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company as some of the largest polluters.
Sh2.7 billion was directed toward legal fees, arbitration and compensation payments, while Sh2.1 billion was used for garbage collection services.
Nelson, like his counterparts, earns up to Sh200 each day, which he says has helped them avoid the pitfalls of drug abuse and crime.
Voluntary Services Overseas introduced waste management training for collectors in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu cities.
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.
EACC has recommended their prosecution and forwarded the case to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions for further action.
Governor Sakaja has blamed the private sector for the perennial garbage menace in the capital.
In Eastleigh, Nairobi, poor waste management remained a pressing issue, with many lacking designated places for waste disposal, leading to an increase...
Residents attribute the problem to the new building's construction blocking the sewage system, causing pressure to burst the manholes.
Hibrahim Otieno, Nairobi County's chief officer for the environment, defended the practice, explaining that wet waste from drains is left to dry befor...
The footage shows two individuals clad in Green Army attire unloading huge piles of garbage onto the busy road.
Eastleigh residents have been protesting against the poor state of roads, poor sanitation, and uncollected garbage in the business hub.
The residents want it rehabilitated and turned into an open-air market or a recreational park.
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...
While some may prefer collecting plastic, some street dwellers are willing to accept any job offered to them, particularly those considered dirty or u...
These heaps not only mar the landscape but also pose a serious threat to the health and well-being of the inhabitants, particularly vulnerable childre...
The United Nations launched World Wildlife Day on March 3 of each year to honour and promote awareness of all of the world's wild creatures and plants...
