Nairobians warned against littering in public spaces
By Valerian Khakayi, July 24, 2025Nairobi’s Environment Chief Officer, Geoffrey Mosiria, has issued a stern warning to residents that littering or dumping garbage in public spaces will result in firm legal action, including arrest and prosecution under the existing county by-law.
Taking to his official social media channels on Thursday, July 24, 2025, Mosiria announced that the installation of new dustbins across the Central Business District (CBD) had kicked off. He emphasised that the bins are meant to promote proper waste disposal and uphold a clean environment.
“DUMP GARBAGE/STEAL LITTER BINS AT YOUR OWN RISK! We are continuing with the installation of litter bins across the city to promote proper waste disposal and uphold a clean, organised environment for all residents,” Morisia warned.
“Effective immediately, anyone found dumping garbage or littering in public spaces will face firm legal action, including arrest and prosecution. This enforcement takes effect from the date the installation of the litter bins began.”
Mosiria on bins
He also warned that anyone found vandalising or tampering with litter bins would not be spared and that scrap metal dealers or anyone handling recyclables who were found in possession of stolen bins would face immediate consequences.
Mosiria added that affected parties would have their operating licences revoked without prior notice and would be subject to arrest and prosecution for handling stolen property.
“In addition, individuals found vandalising or tampering with these litter bins will not be spared. Scrap metal dealers and anyone handling recyclable materials who are found in possession of stolen litter bins will face immediate consequences. This includes the revocation of their operating licences without prior notice, arrest, and prosecution for handling stolen property,” he stated.
Additionally, he urged all residents and businesses to take personal responsibility for the city’s cleanliness, respect public infrastructure, and use the newly installed litter bins appropriately, adding that the county is fully committed to enforcing the law to achieve it
“We urge all residents and businesses to take personal responsibility, respect public infrastructure, and use the provided litter bins appropriately. Maintaining a clean, beautiful, and accessible city is a shared duty, and we are fully committed to enforcing the law to achieve it,” he stated.