Nairobi County to revoke licenses of garbage firms dumping waste illegally

The Nairobi County Government has cautioned garbage collection companies against discarding waste in undesignated areas, warning that entities that do so will have their licenses revoked immediately.

In a notice dated March 27, Nairobi County Chief Officer for Environment, Geoffrey Mosiria expressed concern over some garbage collection companies illegally dumping waste in unauthorized areas, contributing to environmental pollution in and around the Capital.

“The Constitution of Kenya Article 42 states that: Every citizen has the right to a clean and healthy environment and also the duty to safeguard and enhance its quality,” the notice reads.

Further, he warned that households or entities responsible for generating waste will also be held accountable if they engage with a service provider involved in illegal dumping.

“Any service provider found dumping waste in unauthorized areas will have their license revoked immediately without their consent,” the notice reads in part.

“The waste generator (source of waste) will also be held liable for engaging a service provider involved in illegal dumping and not licensed by the authority.”

Additionally, Mosiria urged the service providers to strictly adhere to designated disposal sites lest they face legal consequences.