Riparian land Stories

Governor Sakaja says Sh180 billion needed to clean Nairobi's main rivers
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 15, 2025

Governor Johnson Sakaja clarified that these demolitions were carried out by national government agencies.

City residents living along riparian corridors assured of fair treatment in relocation plans
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2025

Governor Johnson Sakaja emphasised that riparian laws must be strictly followed to safeguard lives while ensuring that any affected residents receive...

Court bans eucalyptus planting near water sources nationwide
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 13, 2025

Justice Mugo Kamau ruled that eucalyptus must be at least 30 metres away from rivers, lakes, wetlands, dams, streams, ponds, and oceans, and 10 metres...

No evictions from Ngong forest land until Cabinet decision, says CS Barasa
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jun 13, 2025

Residents living on the disputed 34-acre part of Ngong Forest will not be evicted, Environment Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa has confirmed.

Trapped by rains: Nairobi’s flood victims face another season of uncertainty
Charity Kilei  |  Mar 03, 2025

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

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.

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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