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Kilifi Governor Gideon Mung’aro said the community had received extensive advice on the risks associated with nuclear energy and was now more opposed...
Of Kinshasa’s two flood risks, the impact of Congo River flooding can be observed in large cities located along major rivers, and typically peaks arou...
The ODPP said the matter has sparked public concern and could escalate into a serious health hazard if not addressed.
The new rules, which have sparked a rush among waste management companies to redesign their transport vehicles, aim to address longstanding issues wit...
Find ways to reuse and repurpose leftovers, and store perishable items properly to cut down on waste. Remember, small, consistent changes can lead to...
Mosiria expressed concern that recent inspections revealed many buildings lack proper waste bins and are not subscribed to authorised waste collectors...
Several major roads in the area have turned into makeshift garbage disposal sites, causing discomfort and disruptions for residents, traders, and moto...
Unlike Kigali, many cities on the continent grapple with waste management challenges.
The move to hold manufacturers accountable is part of a broader government effort to restore Nairobi's river systems.
Countries remained far apart on the basic scope of a treaty and could agree only to postpone key decisions and resume talks.
Justice Mutai ordered that the status quo be maintained, meaning garbage collection operations will continue as they were before the county's action.
At COP29, Kenya, France and Barbados floated setting up a series of global levies on certain sectors that could help ramp up the amount of money that...
The new system also involves specialised material recovery facilities where waste will be sorted into wet and dry categories.
The larvae of the Kenyan lesser mealworm can chew through polystyrene and host bacteria in their guts that help break down the material.
The already filled-up Dandora dumpsite holds about 1.8 million tonnes of solid waste against a 500,000-tonne capacity
Despite existing laws and regulations regarding waste management, Ottichilo said effective implementation remains a major hurdle.
On Sunday night, a woman fell into the sewage after mistaking a floating paper bag for solid ground.
Despite the cleanup, the issue of street families using the roundabout as a place to sleep remains unresolved.
Baus Taka has developed a USSD service in Kiswahili, aimed at reaching those without internet access or smartphones.
Nelson, like his counterparts, earns up to Sh200 each day, which he says has helped them avoid the pitfalls of drug abuse and crime.
The initiative was motivated by the need to have a clean neighbourhood through proper disposal of the generated waste.
The children have been conducting beach clean-ups to collect microplastics, particularly focusing on the Sabaki areas where they have observed the ext...
Together, they scoured the stretch from Southern Palm Hotel to Bahari Dhow, collecting 68.7 kilogrammes of plastic and glass bottles.
According to the authority, green garbage bags will be used for organic waste, blue for recyclable materials, and black for general waste.
Voluntary Services Overseas introduced waste management training for collectors in Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu cities.
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.
The community wants Parliament to order full disclosure of any relevant information regarding the illegal activities, and order environmental remediat...
The Act requires that segregated waste be placed in properly labelled and colour-coded receptacles, bins, containers, and bags, ensuring clear differe...
