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South C building tragedy: Sakaja seeks prosecutorial powers
The Governor said counties are often left powerless after taking enforcement action, as cases against developers stall once they reach the prosecution stage.
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City Hall rolls out modern bins in estates to tackle litter
The initiative follows a June rollout, where 110-litre litter bins were installed across busy spots in the central business district. Sakaja explained that the estate expansion would tie into existing programs by strengthening both infrastructure and manpower, with the upcoming Green Nairobi Company set to manage waste collection citywide.
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City Hall targets Sh60 billion annual revenue through new land legislation
The law provides counties with a clear system to value and collect rates on land and buildings while establishing enforcement procedures. Governor Johnson Sakaja said his government is determined to fully utilise these rules to strengthen internal revenue, which currently lingers at Sh13.8 billion.
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MCAs raise alarm over blank loan motion for Nairobi salaries
Majority Leader Peter Imwatok introduced the motion, but when pressed, could not provide information on the amount to be borrowed, the lender, or the repayment schedule. The motion, framed as a short-term loan request, did not include any figures, raising concerns about transparency.
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City Hall has cut Nairobi's pending bills by Sh32 billion in three years
Governor Sakaja credited the drop to changes at City Hall aimed at improving efficiency in revenue collection. According to him, Nairobi is recording stronger own-source revenue than at any other time since devolution began.
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Sakaja explains reason behind hospital account shift to Sidian Bank
Sakaja noted that the county followed the law, stating that the Public Finance Management Act does not tie counties to specific banks, allowing them to choose an institution that best supports their operations. He added that interest rates offered by the previous bank were not favourable, which pushed the county to look for a better offer.
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Governor Sakaja rolls out six-borough structure in Nairobi
The newly formed Boroughs are Western, Northern, Southern, Eastern, South Eastern and Central, each managed by an appointed officer. Janet Waeni Kimeu will oversee Western, John Saruni Northern, Darasso Luka Wario Southern, George Muga Eastern, Susan Wanjiru Gichamba South Eastern, and Charles Baldy Mabonga Central.
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Fresh changes in City Hall as Sakaja reorganises chief officers
The latest adjustments take effect immediately and are aimed at strengthening operations across departments.
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Nairobi County unveils Biashara Stimulus to boost SMEs
To qualify, an enterprise must have been in operation for a minimum of two years. All beneficiaries will participate in a three-day training session on business management and entrepreneurship.
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City Hall targets billboard firms owing Sh500 million in new crackdown
The county says the firms owe more than Sh500 million in unpaid advertising fees, even though most had already received payments from private clients.
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New Gikomba market promises safety and dignity for over 1,700 traders
The new facility is equipped with modern features including a basement parking lot, a cold storage room, daycare and youth centres, a hardware section, and a structured layout aimed at improving sanitation, order, and safety.
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Sakaja: No Nairobi public school child will miss lunch over Sh5
Governor Sakaja said that the feeding programme launched in collaboration with partners was designed to uphold the dignity and well-being of every child in Nairobi’s public schools.