Nairobi: Latest news, city rules and what you need to know

Nairobi moves fast. From new city rules to national politics that affect daily life, this tag gathers the stories that matter to people living and working in Kenya’s capital. You’ll find clear, practical updates so you can act fast — not just headlines.

How the new waste rules affect Nairobi households

One major story right now is Kenya’s roll-out of colour-coded waste sorting. Households must separate organic waste, recyclables and hazardous items into green, blue and red bags. The system will be backed by GPS-tracked collection trucks and upgraded recycling facilities. For Nairobi residents that means collection will change, and proper sorting will be enforced more strictly.

What should you do today? Start by sorting waste at the kitchen bin: food scraps and garden waste go in the green bag; bottles, cans and clean plastics go in blue; batteries, chemicals, medical waste and broken electronics go in red. If you can, rinse containers before putting them in the blue bag — it helps recycling and cuts smells. Use a small countertop caddy for organics and empty it into the green bag regularly. If composting is possible where you live, that reduces how much goes to trucks.

Expect collection schedules to change. Keep an eye out for notices from Nairobi county and your waste collector. Trucks with GPS will track routes more accurately, so missed collections should drop — but only if sorting is correct. Non-compliance could bring fines or returned bags, so follow the colour rules and tie bags securely.

Politics, public services and Nairobi’s daily life

National politics also shows up in city life. Recent coverage on national figures and campaigns can affect funding, projects and appointments that matter locally. For example, discussions around regional leadership and national posts influence how Nairobi councils and services get priority and support. That means staying aware of both city announcements and national moves helps you predict service changes or new programmes.

Use this tag to follow both practical updates and the bigger stories that shape Nairobi. We collect reports on city policy, public services, and the political moves that ripple through the capital. You’ll also see coverage of business, events and sports when they matter to Nairobi residents.

Want faster updates? Bookmark this page and check back after major announcements. If something changes locally — a new collection rule, road closures, or a policy affecting households — we’ll update the tag with clear steps you can take right away.

Got a local tip or a question about how a rule affects your neighbourhood? Send it our way through the site’s contact page and we’ll follow up. Nairobi readers want useful, actionable news — that’s what this tag aims to deliver.