Just days after the leadership of Johnson Sakaja faced backlash when Nairobi County staff released raw sewage into Stima Plaza over unpaid bills, Nairobi businesswoman and philanthropist Agnes Kagure has raised concerns over the worsening state of garbage and sewage management in the city.
Calling the situation an “all-time low,” Kagure urged the national government to act swiftly to address the crisis.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja speaking during a past event. Photo: Sakaja Source: Facebook
Through her X account, Kagure criticized the delays in settling outstanding county dues, stating that while financial obligations must be met, the daily struggles of ordinary Kenyans must not be ignored.
She emphasized that the accumulation of garbage and unchecked sewage poses serious health hazards to city residents.
“While there’s an urgent need for national government agencies to settle outstanding dues to counties, the use of garbage and sewage affects wananchi more and is an all-time low,” Kagure stated.
“I think of the people forced to skip-hop through the sewage and garbage, and the health hazards posed, and I shudder. Truly, our capital deserves better.”
Businesswoman Agnes Kagure. Source: Agnes Kagure/Facebook
Her remarks come amid growing frustration among Nairobi residents, who continue to grapple with uncollected waste, overflowing drainage, and deteriorating sanitation services.
Many have attributed the crisis to a combination of poor waste management policies, lack of accountability, and financial constraints within the county government.
Kagure’s statement has sparked debate on the role of both the national and county governments in ensuring a clean and habitable environment for Nairobi’s growing population.
She called for a collaborative effort to resolve the crisis, urging leaders to prioritize basic public services over political interests.
As Nairobi continues to expand, stakeholders are pushing for innovative waste management solutions, improved sanitation infrastructure, and better coordination between government agencies to safeguard the health and dignity of its residents.
