NEMA seeks public input on proposed colour coding scheme for garbage
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) on August 7, 2024, announced a proposed National Colour Coding Scheme for waste segregation, inviting public feedback on the initiative. This scheme, developed under the Environment Management and Coordination Act (EMCA) No. 9 of 1999, aims to streamline waste management across the country. According to Section 12 of the […]
Preparations for Environment Day begin
The National Environmental Management Authority (NEMA) has began preparations for the upcoming World Environment Day slated for June 5. In a statement, NEMA said that the national steering committee was meeting in Nairobi to organise the logistics involved in the celebrations. “The Committee is planning for the celebrations to be held on June 5 at […]
Church, 3 bars ordered to pay Mirema residents Ksh5M over noise pollution
It is a big win for residents of the Mirema estate in Kasarani Nairobi after the High Court ordered a church and three bars to pay them Ksh5 million over noise pollution. The Environment and Land Court Judge Judy Omange awarded the association within Kasarani Estate known as Amani Residents Welfare Association of Mirema Ksh5 […]
NEMA bans use of plastic garbage bags, bin liners
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has banned the use of plastic garbage bags and bin liners. In a statement on Monday, April 22, 2024, NEMA directed that organic waste generated by households, private sector and public sector institutions, religious institutions, private and public functions and events should strictly be segregated and placed in 100 […]
NEMA to close county markets using banned plastic bags
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has announced plans to close down county markets still allowing the use of banned single-use plastic bags. In a statement on Friday, March 1, 2024, NEMA said it has instructed county market managers, to ensure that no one uses the banned bags within their markets. “The use, manufacture and […]
Death toll of Embakasi gas explosion rises to 7
One more person has succumbed to injuries sustained during the gas explosion that rocked Mradi area in Embakasi, bringing the death toll to seven people. In a statement on Tuesday, February 6, the Government Spokesperson extended his condolences to the families affected. “The number of people who have died from the Embakasi Gas Explosion has […]
State prosecutor beaten up by touts, drivers for questioning non-stop matatu hooting in Umoja
A Senior State Prosecutor stationed at Milimani Law Courts is nursing wounds after he was clobbered by Omoinor Matatu Sacco Operators on Friday, August 13, at Jeska Stage around Innercore in Nairobi. Prosecutor Peter Muia was ambushed by 10 drivers and touts who operate the matatu after he questioned them why they hoot non-stop causing […]