Mosiria warns establishments over noise, calls for public education
Nairobi County’s Environment Chief Officer, Geoffrey Mosiria, has stepped up his campaign against noise pollution in the city, calling on all residents to work together in creating a peaceful and clean environment.
In a statement shared on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, through his X account, Mosiria said his office continues to receive noise complaints from Nairobi residents. He explained that the county is educating not just the public, but also club owners, church leaders, and operators of bars and restaurants on the importance of maintaining a quiet environment.
He noted that any establishment that runs activities likely to produce loud noise or vibrations must take precautions to protect its neighbours. He also urged everyone to use available media platforms to teach others about the importance of reducing noise and following the environmental laws.
“We continue to respond to noise complaints from city residents as we educate them, along with club owners, church leaders, and bar and restaurant operators on the importance of maintaining a clean and peaceful environment free from noise pollution. All establishments whose operations involve activities that may lead to noise pollution or vibrations must put in place adequate precautionary measures to protect their neighbours and the surrounding community,” Mosiria stated.
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“We call upon everyone to utilise available media platforms to educate one another on the importance of keeping our environment clean and adhering to the rules and regulations governing environmental protection.”
Clampdown on noisy premises
Geoffrey Mosiria has quickly become one of the most vocal champions in Nairobi’s fight against all forms of pollution.
Back in March 2025, Mosiria brought national attention to Pipeline estate, describing it as one of the worst-hit areas in terms of noise pollution. He condemned the presence of strip clubs and churches in residential buildings. He shared a troubling scenario where children living in apartments are exposed to inappropriate sights because such clubs operate on the lower floors of family buildings.
“You find that someone has decided to open a strip club in a residential area on the first floor, while families live on the second and third. Imagine your child walking down the stairs and seeing naked women… Kids are seeing things they are not supposed to see,” he lamented.
In September 2024, he addressed concerns from Kawangware residents who accused a local church of playing loud music throughout the night, from 6 pm to 9 am. The county issued a formal notice to the church, demanding that they reduce the noise. Mosiria warned that failure to comply would lead to legal action.
“We have issued a formal notice to the church, demanding a reduction in noise levels. Should they fail to comply, we will take appropriate legal measures to address this issue,” Mosiria said.
The sanitation chief has also taken the fight into the heart of the city. In February 2025, he announced new rules targeting Nairobi’s matatu industry. Matatus are known for their loud music and aggressive touts, but Mosiria directed that once they enter the CBD, they must turn off their sound systems. He emphasised that the CBD is home to businesses, colleges, and other institutions that need a quiet environment.
To further reduce noise, matatu touts were asked to use placards instead of shouting to attract passengers. The move sparked mixed reactions, but it was part of a broader strategy to bring order to the city.
