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Nairobi County Government

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

Administers water, waste collection, sewerage, waste management, and waste treatment across Nairobi's 17 sub-counties in recent infrastructure campaigns.

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  1. April 2026
  2. The Standard

    The Milimani Anti-Corruption Court has ruled that former Nairobi Governor Mike Sonko and three co-accused persons have a case to answer in a Sh14 million corruption case linked to the alleged irregular award of a heavy equipment hire tender by the Nairobi County Government in 201

    Sonko, three others have case to answer in Sh14 million graft scandal
Agriculture & Land

Kirinyaga trains 2,000 farmers on high-yielding maize varieties

The News

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.

20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Kirinyaga trains 2,000 farmers on high-yielding maize varieties

    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.

    20 July 2026 · Citizen Digital

Thursday 16 July

  1. Nairobi doubles Ruai sewage treatment, expands Kariobangi capacity

    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

Tuesday 14 July

  1. Ruto announces imminent rollout of Nairobi Metropolitan Policing Framework

    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

  2. Mombasa opens Ebola training centre at Port Reitz Hospital

    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

Monday 6 July

  1. Nairobi County, Standard Chartered confirm partnership for 2026 marathon

    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

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Swahilipot Hub prepares for Pwani Innovation Week 2026

    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

Monday 29 June

  1. Mombasa authorities arrest developer for illegal high-rise expansion

    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

Wednesday 24 June

  1. Kenya marks International Day Against Drug Abuse in Mombasa

    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

  2. Kenya marks World Drug Day with innovation focus in Mombasa

    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

  3. Kenya marks World Drug Day with focus on innovative responses

    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

Friday 19 June

  1. Nairobi County increases daily waste collection to over 4,000 tonnes

    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

  2. Nairobi County increases waste collection to over 4,000 tonnes daily

    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

Sunday 14 June

  1. Gachagua demands press access to Laikipia Air Base Ebola facility

    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

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Mutuini Hospital expands with 425-bed wing, equipment delivered

    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

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Police shooting kills protester at Nanyuki Ebola facility demonstration

    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

  2. Nanyuki residents protest proposed Ebola treatment facility plan

    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

  3. Laikipia County opposes proposed Ebola facility in Nanyuki

    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

  4. Laikipia County seeks court block of US Ebola facility

    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

Monday 8 June

  1. Mombasa County revenue rises to 4.8 billion shillings

    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

Saturday 6 June

  1. Nairobi officer's arrest exposes systemic corruption at City Hall

    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

Friday 5 June

  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.

    5 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 4 June

  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

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