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Nairobi County Government

Also known as: the County Government · County Government of Kajiado · Mombasa County Government · County Government of Kirinyaga

Nairobi County Government — county administration implementing infrastructure projects, managing public services, and addressing governance issues including tax disputes and procurement irregularities.

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  1. June 2026
  2. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeThat plans by Nairobi County Government and the National Government to form a Nairobi Metropolitan Police Service (NMPS) have encountered bureaucratic bottlenecks is not surprising.

    Changing police culture is more important than creating new police units
  3. The Standard

    Audio By VocalizeThe County Government of Kirinyaga has constructed 11 modern social halls where local communities gather to discuss civic issues, trade knowledge, and celebrate cultural traditions.

    Waiguru opts for modern social halls to enhance community gatherings
  4. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 6 – The County Government of Kirinyaga has assured residents that healthcare services in all public health facilities will continue uninterrupted despite a planned go-slow by health workers.

    Kirinyaga Assures Residents of Uninterrupted Healthcare Amid Health Workers’ Go-Slow
  5. Citizen Digital

    Mombasa County to spend Ksh.70 million on Uhuru Gardens redevelopment By Citizen Reporter June 02, 2026 08:00 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Audio By Vocalize The Mombasa County Government has unveiled pla

    Mombasa County to spend Ksh.70 million on Uhuru Gardens redevelopment
  6. May 2026
  7. The Standard

    iting financial strain and calling for urgent government intervention to restore dignity and service delivery. [ Jsphat Kinyanjui , Standard] Community Health Promoters in Kajiado County have raised concerns over unpaid stipends dating back to 2023, accusing the county government

    Kajiado Community Health Promoters decry months of unpaid stipends
  8. Capital News

    According to Ichung’wah, the visit focused on key projects being implemented jointly by the Nairobi County Government and the national government.

    Ruto takes impromptu night tour of Nairobi infrastructure projects
  9. Citizen Digital

    Relief for Nairobi County as Tribunal slashes Ksh.8.3B KRA tax demand By Citizen Reporter May 08, 2026 06:40 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter File image of the Nairobi County government headquarters at City

    Relief for Nairobi County as Tribunal slashes Ksh.8.3B KRA tax demand
  10. Citizen Digital

    Residents now want the Nairobi County government and local leaders to warn against littering at the grounds and promote sound waste management.

    Nairobi: Historic Jacaranda grounds slowly sinking in waste
  11. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya May 5 – The Nairobi County Government has begun the induction of its new Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Board at the Kenya School of Government, marking a renewed drive to restore order and strengthen regulation in the liquor sector.

    Nairobi Inducts New Alcohol Licensing Board to Tackle Illegal Liquor Trade
  12. The Standard

    By VocalizePLP leader Martha Karua, Viloo Nowrojee, widow to the late senior counsel Pheroze Nowrojee, civil society leaders and government officials during the renaming of Galana Road after Pheroze Nowrojee on May 4, 2026. [Benard Orwongo, Standard] The Nairobi county government

    Galana Road in Kilimani renamed after Pheroze Nowrojee
Politics

Nairobi police reform needs cultural change, not new units

The News

A Standard opinion piece argues that proposed plans for a Nairobi Metropolitan Police Service risk becoming another bureaucratic venture unless underlying problems — including corruption, extrajudicial killings, and poor officer welfare — are addressed first. The author contends that reforming police culture and public relations is more important than creating new police units.

7 hours ago · The Standard

Today

  1. Nairobi police reform needs cultural change, not new units

    A Standard opinion piece argues that proposed plans for a Nairobi Metropolitan Police Service risk becoming another bureaucratic venture unless underlying problems — including corruption, extrajudicial killings, and poor officer welfare — are addressed first. The author contends that reforming police culture and public relations is more important than creating new police units.

    7 hours ago · The Standard

Yesterday

  1. Kirinyaga constructs 11 modern social halls for community gatherings

    The County Government of Kirinyaga has built 11 modern social halls where residents can gather for civic discussions, cultural celebrations, and events like funerals and weddings, which were previously held roadside and in overcrowded homes. Governor Anne Waiguru said the facilities strengthen community engagement and public participation, particularly in densely populated areas in Mwea.

    4 June 2026 · The Standard

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Kirinyaga County assures healthcare services during health workers' go-slow

    The Kirinyaga County Government has assured residents that public healthcare services will continue uninterrupted despite a planned go-slow by health workers. The Chief Officer for Health said the county has implemented measures to maintain service delivery and is addressing worker concerns including casual labourers' wages through a new payroll system.

    2 June 2026 · Capital News

  2. Mombasa County plans Ksh.70 million Uhuru Gardens redevelopment project

    Mombasa County Government has unveiled plans to invest Ksh.70 million in redevelopment of Uhuru Gardens, transforming it into a modern public recreation and tourism hub featuring family areas, fitness facilities, an amphitheatre, and a Tourist Information Centre.

    2 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Friday 22 May

  1. Kajiado health promoters cite months of unpaid stipends

    Community Health Promoters in Kajiado County have raised concerns over unpaid stipends dating back to 2023, accusing the county government of neglecting their welfare despite continuing to deliver essential healthcare services including maternal health sensitisation, immunisation follow-ups, and disease surveillance.

    22 May 2026 · The Standard

Sunday 10 May

  1. Ruto inspects Nairobi infrastructure projects on late-night city tour

    President William Ruto made an impromptu late-night tour of Nairobi's central business district on Saturday, May 9, inspecting ongoing infrastructure and beautification projects jointly implemented by the national and county governments, including non-motorised transport walkways, street lighting, and roadworks.

    10 May 2026 · Capital News

Friday 8 May

  1. Tax Appeals Tribunal reduces Nairobi County's KRA demand substantially

    The Tax Appeals Tribunal has substantially reduced a disputed Kshs 8.3 billion tax demand issued by the Kenya Revenue Authority to Nairobi County, finding that a significant portion of KRA's assessment was not adequately supported and failed to properly consider reconciliations and documentation submitted by the County during the audit and objection process.

    8 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Nairobi's Jacaranda Grounds littered with waste from vendors and public

    Residents of Nairobi's Embakasi area are concerned about persistent littering at Jacaranda Grounds, a popular venue for leisure, sports, and community gatherings. Local officials say smalltime businesses near the grounds contribute to the problem by failing to provide disposal materials.

    6 May 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 5 May

  1. Nairobi launches new alcohol licensing board to regulate liquor trade

    The Nairobi County Government has inducted a new Alcoholic Drinks Control and Licensing Board to strengthen regulation of the liquor sector and address challenges including illegal outlets, underage drinking, and unregulated businesses in residential areas. The board comprises representatives from the Regional Commissioner's office, National Police Service divisions, Public Health, and NACADA.

    5 May 2026 · Capital News

Monday 4 May

  1. Nairobi renames Galana Road after late lawyer Pheroze Nowrojee

    The Nairobi county government has renamed Galana Road in Kilimani to Pheroze Nowrojee Road, following public consultation with residents and the community. The renaming honors the late constitutional lawyer and human rights defender who passed away in April 2025.

    4 May 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 30 April

  1. Sonko, three others ordered to stand trial in Sh14 million tender case

    The Milimani Anti-Corruption Court ruled that former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and three co-accused have a case to answer in a Sh14 million corruption case linked to an alleged irregular award of a heavy equipment hire tender by Nairobi County Government in 2018. Trial Magistrate Isabellah Barasa found that the Director of Public Prosecutions established a prima facie case on four counts against Sonko, Frederick Odhiambo Oyugi (trading as Yiro Enterprises), ROG Security Limited, and its director Anthony Otieno Ombok.

    30 April 2026 · The Standard

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