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Nairobi city is filthy

Nairobi is a magnificent city where every Kenyan anticipates to tour. However, the pungent smell from burst sewages, rotting diapers, stagnant waters and haphazardly dumped garbage is disturbing the comfort of Nairobians.

Hygiene remains pristine in our esteemed lives and I am astonished because Nairobi City County is not giving it a top priority. Stroll around the Nairobi CBD and by having a glance you may have an impression that you are walking in one of the tidiest cities on planet earth. Contrary, this is a long term dream to be achieved. Apparently, just step in to Muthurwa market and areas far away from the city and you will get vivid images of what I am talking about. These are areas which have been neglected by the city council and rarely are there any workers to attend to the stinking streets.

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