Several major roads in the area have turned into makeshift garbage disposal sites, causing discomfort and disruptions for residents, traders, and moto...

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

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

Pangani, located in Starehe Sub-County, has long struggled with garbage disposal, despite having a good road network.

Local workers and business owners around the roundabout have voiced their concerns.

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.

Participants swept roads and corridors, collected garbage, and planted trees.

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.

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 exercise followed a meeting on Thursday between the EBDA and Nairobi City County officials to address the garbage menace in Eastleigh.

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

Residents suspect that the discarded waste originates from other areas, as it is often found inside gunny bags. 

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

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