Also known as: the County Government · County Government of Kajiado · Mombasa County Government · County Government of Kirinyaga · Laikipia County Government
Nairobi County Government — local authority overseeing waste management, sewage treatment, sports partnerships, and infrastructure expansion in the capital.
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NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 19 – The Nairobi County Government says it has increased daily waste collection from about 1,000 tonnes to more than 4,000 tonnes since April, clearing dozens of illegal dumpsites and waste accumulation points as part of an intensified effort to address the cap …
City Hall Boosts Waste Collection from 1,000 to Over 4,000 Tonnes in Major Clean-Up DriveCitizen Digital
… The county government says the programme is part of a broader integrated solid waste management strategy that includes the recruitment of 4,000 Green Army workers and planned investments in material recovery facilities and waste transfer infrastructure to support a circular econo …
Nairobi County intensifies waste clean-up drive, clears dozens of illegal dumpsitesCapital News
… The dispute has deepened further after the Laikipia County Government formally opposed the project in court filings, arguing that county authorities were not adequately consulted and raising concerns over public health, tourism, and the welfare of students in institutions located …
Gachagua demands media access to Laikipia Air Base over disputed Ebola facility constructionCitizen Digital
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Mutuini Hospital receives critical equipment, Sakaja confirms operations set to beginCapital News
… The protests come amid an ongoing court case in which the Laikipia County Government is challenging the establishment of the facility, citing concerns over governance, public health, child safety and economic impact. …
Protester shot dead, 19 arrested in Nanyuki Ebola facility protestsCapital News
… The protests come amid an ongoing legal battle in which the Laikipia County Government is opposing the establishment of the proposed Ebola quarantine and isolation facility within the county. …
Protests Erupt again in Nanyuki Over Proposed Ebola Treatment FacilityCapital News
NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 9 – The Laikipia County Government has formally opposed plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and isolation facility within the county, citing concerns over public health safety, economic impact, governance procedures and the welfare of children living and stu …
Laikipia County Opposes Proposed Ebola Quarantine Facility in NanyukiThe Standard
Audio By VocalizeActivists chant slogans and carry placards and a mock coffin during protests against a US-built Ebola quarantine centre planned for Kenya’s Laikipia Air Base in Nairobi, June 2, 2026. [AFP] The County Government of Laikipia has urged the High Court to block the e …
Laikipia county opposes Ebola facility cites school children risk, tourism collapseCitizen Digital
… Audio By Vocalize Mombasa County Government has received applause from the County Public Accounts Committee for recording a steady growth in revenue collection despite having land rates challenges. …
Mombasa records steady growth in revenue collection despite land rates challengesThe Standard
… This generates over Sh2 billion or 22 per cent of the Nairobi County Government’s of own-source revenue. …
Rescue capital city from greedy, reckless and unqualified officersKirinyaga County Government, in partnership with Bayer East Africa Limited, has trained more than 2,000 farmers on high-yielding maize varieties and climate-smart farming practices ahead of expected El Niño rains, introducing improved varieties including DK777, DK8031, DKC8033, DKC9089 and DK7500 to increase maize production and strengthen smallholder farming.
23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Kirinyaga County Government, in partnership with Bayer East Africa Limited, has trained more than 2,000 farmers on high-yielding maize varieties and climate-smart farming practices ahead of expected El Niño rains, introducing improved varieties including DK777, DK8031, DKC8033, DKC9089 and DK7500 to increase maize production and strengthen smallholder farming.
23 hours ago · Citizen Digital →
Nairobi County has doubled the Ruai Sewerage Treatment Plant's capacity from 160,000 to 320,000 cubic metres per day and plans to expand Kariobangi from 30,000 to 90,000 cubic metres daily, alongside a 54-kilometre trunk sewer network, to manage rising wastewater volumes in a city of over seven million people.
16 July 2026 · Capital News →
President William Ruto has announced that the Nairobi Metropolitan Policing Framework will commence in the coming days, aiming to strengthen security and community policing across the capital by placing communities at the centre of policing through consultation with residents, community leaders, the National Police Service, county governments and other stakeholders.
14 July 2026 · Capital News →
Mombasa County Government, with support from Doctors Without Borders, has established an Ebola training centre at Port Reitz Sub-County Hospital to strengthen healthcare worker preparedness for outbreak response. The centre could be repurposed as an isolation facility if needed, and offers training on clinical case management, biosafety, infection prevention, and use of Personal Protective Equipment.
14 July 2026 · The Standard →
The Nairobi County Government has reaffirmed its partnership with Standard Chartered Bank Kenya ahead of the 23rd Standard Chartered Nairobi Marathon, signing an MoU to promote sports, healthy living, tourism, and environmental sustainability. The marathon will take place on October 25, 2026.
6 July 2026 · Capital News →
Swahilipot Hub convened ambassadors, diplomats, development partners, private sector leaders, and Mombasa County officials to showcase its decade-long work empowering youth through innovation, technology, and entrepreneurship, and to unveil plans for the 7th Edition of Pwani Innovation Week 2026. The engagement focused on strengthening partnerships, attracting investment, and fostering international collaboration to expand youth-led innovation opportunities in Mombasa and the Coast region.
30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
National and county government officials in Mombasa have cracked down on developers illegally adding extra floors to high-rise buildings without approval. During a Friday enforcement operation, one developer was arrested for constructing additional floors beyond the seven originally approved without fresh NCA authorization.
29 June 2026 · The Standard →
Kenya will commemorate the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on Friday with a national event in Mombasa, focusing on adaptive and community-based approaches to address shifting substance abuse patterns, including synthetic drugs. The event will highlight Kenya's evolving drug control strategies, public awareness campaigns, and evidence-based rehabilitation programmes, including expanded free services for women at the Miritini Rehabilitation Centre.
24 June 2026 · Capital News →
Kenya will commemorate the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on June 26, 2026, at the NACADA Miritini Treatment and Rehabilitation Centre in Mombasa, with a focus on innovative responses to evolving substance abuse trends. The event will bring together government officials, CBOs, youth, and recovery individuals for addresses on national drug control policy and public sensitization on emerging synthetic substances.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Kenya will commemorate the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking on June 26, 2026, in Mombasa under the theme "World Drug Problem: Persisting Issues, New Challenges, Innovative Responses," with high-profile officials, community organizations, and youth representatives attending to address evolving substance abuse trends.
24 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The Nairobi County Government has increased daily waste collection from about 1,000 to more than 4,000 tonnes since April, clearing more than 40 major waste collection points and illegal dumping sites across the city's 17 sub-counties through an intensified clean-up campaign involving private waste management firms and over 100 garbage collection trucks.
19 June 2026 · Capital News →
Nairobi City County has scaled up daily garbage collection from about 1,000 tonnes to more than 4,000 tonnes through an expanded fleet of more than 100 collection trucks operating in partnership with private sector players including Zoomlion. The county has cleared dozens of illegal dumping sites across its 17 sub-counties as part of a citywide clean-up campaign that began in April 2026.
19 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called for journalists to be granted access to Laikipia Air Base to verify construction status of a disputed Ebola quarantine facility, alleging that government denials are misleading and that building activity is continuing despite court proceedings.
14 June 2026 · Capital News →
Mutuini Hospital has received critical medical equipment including three operating theatres, laboratory machines, dialysis units, and a CT scan machine for its new 425-bed wing. Operations are set to begin within the next few weeks, expected to improve access to specialised healthcare for residents of Kawangware, Riruta, Dagoretti and the wider Kikuyu region.
10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
A protester was shot dead and at least 19 others arrested in Nanyuki during clashes between police and demonstrators protesting a proposed US-run Ebola quarantine facility in Laikipia County. Rights groups accused security officers of using excessive force against largely unarmed protesters and journalists, while residents demanded transparency on safety protocols and operational details.
9 June 2026 · Capital News →
Residents in Nanyuki staged protests over plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and treatment facility, expressing fears over public health risks, demanding greater transparency, and raising concerns about safety near populated areas, schools and businesses. The proposed facility has sparked debate in Laikipia County, with local leaders questioning the decision-making process and citing potential economic impact on the town as a tourism and business hub.
9 June 2026 · Capital News →
Laikipia County Government has formally opposed plans to establish an Ebola quarantine and isolation facility in the county, citing concerns over public health safety, economic impact, governance procedures, and the welfare of children, and arguing that county authorities were excluded from critical decision-making processes.
9 June 2026 · Capital News →
Laikipia County has filed an affidavit with the High Court opposing a United States government Ebola quarantine and treatment facility planned for Kenya Air Force Base in Nanyuki, arguing the project lacked adequate consultation and poses risks to school children, tourism, and the health of residents.
9 June 2026 · The Standard →
Mombasa County Government has recorded steady revenue growth, with collections rising from Ksh. 3.9 billion in financial year 2022/2023 to Ksh. 4.8 billion by June 2025, according to Governor Abdulswamad Sheriff Nassir's report to the County Public Accounts Committee. The growth was attributed to prudent financial management and enhanced revenue collection mechanisms, despite ongoing land rates challenges.
8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →
The arrest of Nairobi's Urban Planning Chief Officer Patrick Analo Akivaga and seizure of millions from his home highlights deeper systemic failures at City Hall that enabled corruption. A February 2026 Ombudsperson report had previously cited abuse of power and urged his criminal prosecution alongside four others.
6 June 2026 · The Standard →
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.
5 June 2026 · The Standard →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →