Agnes Kagure has shared a vision of a Nairobi that works properly for its people every day, not only when there is a crisis. She says the city should provide basic services in a reliable and respectful way so that residents can live with dignity and confidence.
Her message focuses on making Nairobi a place where systems function as a normal standard and not as a rare achievement.
In a recent Facebook post, Kagure described a city where services do not fail repeatedly or come with excuses. She wants clean streets that remain tidy all the time instead of being cleaned only after waste has piled up.
She also spoke about the need for healthcare that people can trust, transport that is safe and efficient, and county offices that listen and respond quickly to the needs of citizens. According to her, Nairobi residents deserve consistency and honesty in how the city is managed.
This message comes at a time when many people in Nairobi are frustrated by everyday problems.
Garbage collection remains one of the biggest concerns. In many areas, waste stays on the streets for days, creating bad smells and health risks.
During the rainy season, blocked drains cause flooding and make roads difficult to use. The county has tried using different contractors in different zones, but this has led to uneven service.
The Dandora Damping site. Photo Credit: Al Jazeera news.
Dumpsites such as Dandora continue to overflow, showing how serious the problem has become.
Although plans exist to improve waste processing and bring in better systems, sanitation has often received less attention than other sectors.
Healthcare is another issue that affects thousands of families daily. Many public hospitals and clinics struggle with long queues, limited medicine, and not enough staff.
For people living in informal settlements, access to healthcare can be even harder.
A dependable system would mean facilities that are well equipped, affordable, and close to where people live. It would also mean faster service and better treatment for patients.
Transport is also a major challenge. Traffic jams waste hours of productive time, and many matatus are unreliable or unsafe.
Pedestrians and cyclists face daily danger on crowded roads. A better approach to transport would involve proper planning, modern public transport, and safer spaces for all road users. Cleaner transport options would also help reduce air pollution.
Kagure also pointed to the need for responsive county offices. Many residents complain about slow services, lack of information, and corruption.
Simple tasks like getting permits or making complaints can take too long. If offices worked efficiently and transparently, people would feel respected and heard.
Her vision rejects the habit of acting only when disasters happen, such as floods or disease outbreaks.
She believes Nairobi should be managed with constant effort and accountability.
This idea matches long-term county plans that talk about building a city with order, dignity, and opportunity for all.
To achieve this goal, leadership must be strong, funding must be used wisely, and citizens must be involved.
Nairobi residents want a city where children grow up in clean neighborhoods, families find healthcare without fear, and workers travel without stress.
When services work well, trust in government increases and life improves for everyone. This is the future Agnes Kagure believes Nairobi can reach if people and systems are placed first every day.
