Residents, landlords, and caretakers in Nairobi’s Pipeline Estate now face the risk of arrest following a stern warning from the Nairobi City County government.
The crackdown targets individuals and property owners who fail to follow waste disposal regulations, contributing to widespread pollution in the area.
During an unannounced inspection of Pipeline Estate, Nairobi’s Environment Chief Officer, Geoffrey Mosiria, revealed that the county is set to launch an operation aimed at arresting those responsible for poor waste management.
Mosiria stated that both landlords and tenants will be held accountable for the illegal dumping of garbage, which has become a growing problem in the densely populated neighborhood.
“We will soon begin arresting caretakers, landlords, and tenants of buildings around this area,” Mosiria announced. “These are the people responsible for polluting the environment by dumping household waste onto public roads.”
Mosiria explained that the crackdown is based on the Nairobi City County Solid Waste Management Act of 2015. This law places the responsibility for maintaining cleanliness within a 10-metre radius of any property on the property’s owner.
Unfortunately, Mosiria noted, many landlords in Pipeline fail to subscribe to official garbage collection services. As a result, tenants who have no reliable way to dispose of waste are left with no option but to dump it on the roadside, leading to serious health and environmental problems.
The chief officer urged landlords and caretakers to engage licensed private waste collectors or Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) that are authorized to transport garbage to the Dandora dumpsite, instead of allowing tenants to dispose of waste carelessly.
“To solve this problem, I will personally lead a strict enforcement operation. Every landlord, caretaker, or resident who is found dumping garbage illegally will be arrested and prosecuted,” Mosiria warned.
This new effort by the county comes as concerns continue to grow over the poor state of sanitation in Pipeline Estate. Residents have for a long time complained about uncollected garbage piling up in the streets, blocked sewer systems, and a terrible smell that affects daily life.
Many walkways and open spaces have turned into unofficial dumping grounds, creating a serious public health hazard.
Mosiria assured residents that the situation would no longer be tolerated. The county government, he said, is committed to cleaning up Nairobi and restoring order in how waste is managed.
“We want a cleaner, safer, and more dignified Nairobi for everyone,” Mosiria emphasized, urging residents to take personal responsibility and care for their surroundings.
This operation is part of a broader campaign by the county government to eliminate illegal dumping sites across the city.
Earlier in the year, Mosiria spearheaded similar clean-up drives along Likoni Road and Gitanga Road. During those operations, the county shut down unauthorized dumpsites, impounded vehicles used for illegal dumping, and revoked licenses of unregistered garbage collectors.
By targeting both residents and property owners, the county hopes to send a strong message that illegal waste disposal will not be tolerated.
Authorities believe that enforcing proper waste management will not only improve sanitation but also enhance the quality of life in urban neighborhoods like Pipeline Estate.
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