Mosiria warns against consumption of unhygienic mutura
Nairobi County Chief Officer for Citizen Engagement and Customer Service, Geoffrey Mosiria, has issued a stern warning to Kenyans about the dangers of consuming mutura sold under unhygienic conditions.
In a statement on Monday, January 26, 2026, Mosiria challenged consumers to think twice before buying street-sold delicacies after he found a vendor washing dirty, close-to-filthy mutura.
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He emphasised that while the food may appear appealing, it is often contaminated and prepared in environments that do not meet basic hygiene standards.
Mosiria pointed out that many people have found that street food tastes sweeter or more flavourful than homemade meals.
“Watu wa mutura mko wapi? This is what you consume: food that is contaminated and prepared in unhygienic conditions. Have you ever asked yourself why, when you prepare the same meal at home, it never tastes as “sweet” as the one sold by these people?” he posed.
“Deep down, you know the answer. In many cases, after eating it hot, you don’t even make it home before your body reacts, triggering stomach upsets and diarrhoea.”
This comes a year after Mosiria raised concerns about the safety and hygiene of street food in the city after receiving disturbing photos showing food trolleys being stored in public urinals.
Sharing the alarming images on his X account on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, Mosiria urged the public to be cautious when consuming food from street vendors.
Food hygiene
Mosiria emphasised the importance of food hygiene, advising Nairobians to proactively ensure the food they consume is prepared and stored in safe conditions.
“As you consume street food, always remember to ask the vendors where the food is prepared and where they store their trolleys. It’s important to ensure that the food is prepared in a clean and hygienic environment and that the trolleys are properly stored to avoid contamination,” Mosiria advised.
Mosiria reassured the public that the county government is taking swift action to address the situation. He emphasized the need to restore order in the streets and warned that vendors found violating health regulations would face consequences.
“Your health and safety should always come first when enjoying street food. We are going to make sure we restore order, and for anyone found violating the law, action shall be taken against them. Let’s join hands to ensure a clean and safe city for all.”
