Nairobi County Installs New Garbage Bins, Issues 7 Strict Rules to Curb Littering
Residents of Nairobi who fail to throw their trash in the designated garbage bins could soon face serious fines. This comes after the Nairobi County Government began reinstalling new waste bins across the city as part of a broader effort to improve cleanliness.
The county has officially launched a major crackdown on poor waste disposal habits, especially after recent protests left the Central Business District (CBD) in a mess. Streets were littered, public property was damaged, and nearly all waste bins were destroyed during the chaos.
Geoffrey Mosiria, the County’s Chief Officer for Environment, confirmed that the county has started replacing all the vandalised bins across different parts of Nairobi.
He added that the county is not only focusing on reinstalling bins but is also introducing tough rules to make sure the bins are properly used and maintained.
“These bins are not just for show. They are part of our commitment to restore dignity, order, and cleanliness in Nairobi,” Mosiria said. “I urge every Nairobi resident to take personal responsibility.
If you see someone misusing, damaging, or ignoring the bins, speak out and take action. A clean city is built through collective responsibility, not by the government alone.”
To reinforce this initiative, the county government has announced seven strict directives designed to improve hygiene standards and control unregulated garbage disposal in Nairobi.
One of the new rules includes imposing heavy fines on anyone caught littering or failing to use the garbage bins correctly. Additionally, hawking will be prohibited in areas where it is not authorised, and any business operating without a proper waste disposal plan faces closure.
Mosiria also mentioned that food vendors selling by the roadside will only be allowed to continue doing business if they have proper waste disposal facilities. Private garbage collectors will now need to be licensed and will be monitored closely to ensure they follow proper guidelines.
“We are prepared to make tough, even unpopular decisions if that’s what it takes to clean up our city,” said Mosiria. He expressed concern over the increasing levels of disorder and dirt in public spaces, saying it’s time for serious action.
The county has also outlawed the burning of garbage in open spaces within Nairobi city limits, a common practice that contributes to air pollution and poor public health. In addition, all businesses and building owners have been ordered to keep the front areas of their premises clean at all times.
To further ensure the success of the new waste management plan, the county will install CCTV cameras in areas known for illegal dumping or vandalism. These surveillance systems will help identify those who break the rules and damage public infrastructure.
“These actions might not be popular, but they are absolutely necessary. We cannot claim to be cleaning the city while tolerating behaviours that contribute to its dirtiness,” Mosiria added.
In the past, Nairobi County had placed similar garbage bins throughout the city to promote cleanliness.
However, during a wave of protests that disrupted the city, most of these bins were either vandalised or completely destroyed. The new initiative aims to restore order and ensure that such destruction does not happen again.
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