The County Government of Nairobi has officially issued a notice requiring property owners to repaint buildings and ensure proper security lighting in several areas of the city.
This follows a directive by Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja who said the buildings must be given a new face as part of his plans to transform the City.
According to Urban Development and Planning Chief Officer Patrick Akivaga, areas targeted by this directive include Westlands, Upper Hill, and Ngara.
Landlords with properties along Uhuru Highway, Haile Selassie Avenue, University Way, and Kirinyaga Road must also repaint their buildings.
Akivaga noted that the directive takes effect immediately and will lapse after 90 days.
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“This notice/order takes effect immediately and shall lapse after 90 days, after this period, the County Government of Nairobi shall commence to undertake necessary legal enforcement against those who will not have repainted their buildings and provided security lighting for their premises,” the statement read.
Meanwhile, the Nairobi City County Government has issued new directives to matatu operators to address environmental degradation, noise pollution, and general cleanliness across the city.
The directive signed by Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria addresses several issues that have hindered Nairobi’s cleaning and environmental management efforts.
It requires matatu operators to vacate stages during designated cleaning hours at night to allow county staff to conduct thorough cleaning without interference.
Operators are also mandated to maintain the cleanliness of their vehicles and to partner with licensed waste management providers for proper waste disposal.
In addition to waste management, the notice calls for an immediate end to unnecessary hooting and the use of loud music, both of which contribute significantly to noise pollution in the city.
It further emphasizes the urgency of removing abandoned vehicles that have been left in public spaces, which not only obstruct movement but also contribute to environmental degradation.
The county government pointed out that matatu stages are frequently occupied throughout the night, which hampers cleaning operations, while abandoned vehicles and improper waste disposal have worsened the environmental challenges facing Nairobi.
To tackle these issues, the government is urging all operators to adhere to these directives and cooperate in fostering a more sustainable urban environment.
"Compliance with these directives is crucial in creating a clean and orderly city. Let us collaborate to enhance Nairobi’s image and maintain a sustainable urban environment," the notice read.
Mosiria warned that failure to follow these measures will attract strict enforcement actions.
