Governor Sakaja Johnson on Thursday flagged off 24 refuse compactor trucks. The new fleet is part of the county’s broader strategy to ensure timely and efficient garbage collection across key areas, including the Central Business District (CBD), main corridors, and critical markets.
“These 24 trucks will play a critical role in ensuring efficient garbage collection. With their deployment, the work begins immediately,” Governor Sakaja said during the launch at City Hall.
The initiative comes amidst heightened public expectations for improved service delivery. Addressing the waste management team, Sakaja emphasized the importance of meeting Nairobians’ demands for a cleaner and healthier environment. “Our residents demand service delivery, and we cannot afford to fail. Let’s make use of these resources to maintain a clean and healthy environment,” he said.
Sakaja’s administration has been working to position Nairobi as one of the cleanest cities in Africa. Just two days prior to the truck launch, over 3,500 members of the Green Army, a volunteer-based cleaning initiative, conducted countywide cleanups. “Cleanliness is next to godliness. We cannot thrive in a dirty environment, and that’s why we must ensure our markets, streets, and estates are spotless,” Sakaja reiterated.
The governor also unveiled plans to establish Green Nairobi Company Limited, a parastatal modeled after Nairobi Water, aimed at improving the city’s waste management systems. The company will operate independently, ensuring consistent funding and streamlined operations. “This entity will bring efficiency and accountability to waste management. Garbage collectors will remain part of the system but will follow new procedures designed to enhance effectiveness,” Sakaja explained.
The introduction of the refuse trucks and initiatives like the Green Army and the upcoming Green Nairobi Company highlight the administration’s commitment to making Nairobi cleaner, greener, and more livable. With this renewed focus, residents are optimistic about a transformative change in the city’s environmental management.
