nairobi riparian areas Stories

Mumo Musuva, the vice-chairman of the Nairobi Rivers Commission, made it clear that the project would not result in the displacement of local resident...

Past rainy seasons have caused severe flooding in the city, leading to water entering homes, blocking roads, and damaging property.

Informal settlements along riparian land in Nairobi experienced some of the worst devastation during last year’s floods.

Mathare MP Anthony Oluoch and Ruaraka MP Tom Kajwang were among the MPs who accused the government of selectively targeting informal settlements in th...

The CS cautioned against attempts to trivialise the initiative, stating that the recent efforts by some politicians to politicise the project undermin...

On May 2, 2024, the Interior Ministry ordered the demolition of structures and buildings illegally constructed along riparian land near Nairobi.

President William Ruto had pledged to compensate all residents affected by floods with a three-month rent plus a Sh10,000 package.

Interior Cabinet Secretary, Kithure Kindiki, said on Friday that the youths will be paid for their labour. 

They have decided to tear down their own structures to enable the salvaging of property and the construction material for reuse or resale.

Earlier, area residents said the demolition of the building was halted when its structure weakened, leading to its collapse. 

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua emphasised that the project will involve relocating individuals from riparian and adjacent areas.