Six counties are unable to handle their waste - Report

A mountain of garbage at Dandora dumpsite in Nairobi. Study shows six counties grappling with waste management. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard]

The management of 5,990 tonnes of waste generated daily in six counties remains a major challenge.

Kisii, Busia, Nakuru, Mombasa, Nairobi, Kiambu, Kisumu and Uasin Gishu counties are grappling with waste management, according to an investigative report that has flagged sugar factories as the major environmental polluters. National Environmental and Complaints Committee (NECC), in a report, said the six counties cumulatively generate 5,990 tonnes, with Nairobi and Mombasa being the lead generators.