Author name: Wangu M

With the lack of basic services such as clean water, sanitation, and waste disposal, Kenya’s densely populated informal settlements produce a significant amount of waste daily. This includes plastic, household garbage, organic waste, and sometimes hazardous materials. Such areas face several challenges including, a lack of designated waste collection points, and narrow, unplanned pathways that […]

Flooding in Kenya is a growing crisis, devastating lives and property year after year. Despite the predictability of these disasters, the Kenyan government’s response has been shockingly inadequate. It’s time for urgent reforms to protect citizens and mitigate future disasters. Flood-prone regions like Nairobi, Western Kenya, and coastal areas face severe flooding almost annually. Heavy

The Mukuru informal settlement in Nairobi is home to a vibrant population of approximately 95,000 school-going children. Despite this large number, Mukuru faces a significant educational deficit, with only seven public schools and 150 non-formal schools serving the entire community. Of the school-going population, around 15,000 children attend public schools, while 33,000 go to poorly

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BqdymBctpZeMtBJgFOF0XgEfTdgsAI2_/view?usp=drive_link In October 2021, enforcement officers from the Nairobi County government joined  a group of unknown people  resulting in the violent eviction and demolition of 2,662 structures in the Mukuru informal settlement in Nairobi. As a result, more than 42,000 individuals from an estimated 13,276 households in Mukuru kwa Njenga were left homeless.   This cruel

In March and April 2024, Kenya faced one of the most catastrophic flooding events in memory. Torrential rains have wreaked havoc across the country, leading to widespread destruction, displacement, and tragic loss of life. Around 300 lives were lost and an estimated 50,000 families were forced to flee their homes.  In an unfortunate turn of