Kamukunji Constituency Stories

Police and youth in Kamukunji’s California Ward team up to tackle crime
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Dec 07, 2024

The collaboration between a local police station and community leaders aims to provide meaningful opportunities for young people

Kitui Village fire victims receive support from local leaders, community groups
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 22, 2024

David Ongai, another resident, thanked the leaders for their support during this difficult time.

Homeless and stranded: Kitui Village families suffer in rain after devastating fire
Charity Kilei  |  Nov 22, 2024

In the village, some residents are gathering old sheets to shield themselves from the rain, using them to build makeshift shelters.

Why households in Eastleigh’s California area pay more for water
Alfred Onyango  |  Sep 24, 2024

Wasreb notes that the average cost of a single unit for a household depends on the place as the cost of production varies based on cities and regions.

Former Kamukunji MP Maina Wanjigi dies aged 93
Mary Wambui  |  Jun 28, 2024

The former legislator, businessman, and Minister died at 93 while receiving treatment at Nairobi Hospital.

Faras, partners distribute food to Kamukunji flood victims
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 25, 2024

Residents from informal settlements including Kiambiu, Motherland, Mugunda, Kinyago, Kanuku, Kitui, and Kasilili villages gathered at Zawadi Primary S...

Youths go on looting spree as demolitions continue in Kamukunji's Kitui Village
Charity Kilei  |  May 23, 2024

Police officers lobbed tear gas to restrain youths who were trying to salvage materials from the collapsing buildings, disregarding the danger of fall...

Record-Breaking: Kamukunji grants Sh61 million in bursaries to 9,848 students
Abdirahman Khalif  |  May 04, 2024

Over 53,000 students have benefited from bursaries since he was first elected, which is the highest ever given by any MP during that period.

Flood victims in Nairobi's California and Pumwani wards receive aid
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 03, 2024

Among the supplies that were distributed to the affected people were maize flour, cooking oil, bar soaps, cereals including rice, green grams, and bea...

290 families displaced as floods devastate Kitui village in Kamukunji 
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 25, 2024

Many families prioritised the safety of their children who later found refuge at a nearby church.

Over 200 Kamukunji families receive Ramadan food donations
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Mar 17, 2024

Chairman Abdirahman Shibli reiterated the Islamic principle of generosity and altruism, emphasising the duty to support one another, especially during...

Nairobi City County responds swiftly to Eastleigh sludge concern
Yunis Dekow  |  Feb 10, 2024

Locals had complained about the difficulties they were having getting muck removed, and some even said that authorities were demanding bribes. 

CDF enhances education in Kamukunji
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 08, 2024

In a concerted effort to improve educational infrastructure in Kamukunji Constituency, MP Yusuf Hassan initiated the handover of 18 new classrooms alo...

Kamukunji mourns community leader Aggrey Kataka
Amina Wako  |  Jan 07, 2024

Kamukunji MP Yusuf Hassan eulogised Kataka as a dedicated advocate for land rights and affordable housing.

Kamukunji NGCDF bursary registration offers hope to needy families
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Jan 04, 2024

The Kamukunji National Government Constituency Development Fund (NGCDF) has officially launched its bursary registration at the Pumwani Social Hall in...

Kamukunji Constituency launches '16-day campaign against Gender-Based Violence
Abdirahman Khalif  |  Nov 28, 2023

Kamukunji Constituency initiated its "16 days of activism against Gender-Based Violence (GBV)" on 28th November, 2023 with a vibrant event hosted at a...

Eastleigh residents to benefit from newly launched Pumwani Mashinani program
Paul Aginnah  |  Nov 10, 2023

The Nairobi County government has embarked on a significant initiative to reclaim and repurpose the Pumwani Nyayo Wards, transforming them into a dedi...

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