Sakaja Issues Fresh Warning to Nairobi Traders as He Pushes New Cleanliness Rules

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has called on business owners across the capital to take a leading role in keeping the city clean, warning against careless waste disposal and illegal dumping.

The governor wants traders and other business operators to change how they manage their surroundings by ensuring that their business premises remain clean. He believes that maintaining a tidy environment should not be left entirely to county government workers.

Sakaja has particularly encouraged businesses to embrace the 10-metre cleaning initiative, which requires traders to take responsibility for cleanliness within the immediate surroundings of their premises.

Under the initiative, business owners are expected to ensure that areas around their shops and workplaces are free from scattered rubbish, dirty water and other forms of waste that make Nairobi unattractive.

The governor’s appeal comes as the county continues to push for better sanitation and improved environmental standards across different parts of the city.

Illegal dumping has remained a concern in several neighbourhoods, with poorly managed waste contributing to blocked drainage systems, unpleasant smells and unhealthy living conditions.

Sakaja believes that cooperation between residents, traders and county authorities is necessary to achieve lasting improvements.

He has urged business owners to stop treating cleanliness as the responsibility of county employees alone, insisting that everyone has a role to play in protecting public spaces.

A cleaner Nairobi would not only improve the appearance of the capital but also create a healthier environment for workers, customers, residents and visitors.

The governor’s message also serves as a reminder that small daily actions, including proper rubbish disposal and regular cleaning, can make a significant difference.

Through collective responsibility, Nairobi can move closer to becoming a cleaner, safer and more attractive city for everyone.

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