riparian Stories

CS Duale stands firm on riparian land evictions despite MPs complaints
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 15, 2024

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

Kindiki warns against politicising Nairobi River reclamation project
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Sep 11, 2024

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

Nairobi MPs voice concerns over ongoing demolitions in riparian areas
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 06, 2024

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

Shauri Moyo residents struggle to pick themselves up after demolitions
Charity Kilei  |  May 27, 2024

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

Kindiki: State to hire youths to plant trees on reclaimed riparian land in Nairobi
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 24, 2024

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

Residents of Mashimoni in Mathare demolish own homes after govt threat
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 21, 2024

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

Youths injured in collapsed Kiamaiko building were salvaging scrap metal, says City Hall
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 15, 2024

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

DP Gachagua rallies leaders to fast-track regeneration of Nairobi's rivers
Charity Kilei  |  Apr 25, 2024

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

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