08/01/2026
After careful observation, it’s clear: our current sanitation approach in Kajiado needs urgent restructuring.
This isn’t just about government spending. It’s about how sanitation is planned, implemented, and sustained at the community level.
Right now, too many of us depend entirely on government intervention to clean public spaces. That dependency has weakened community responsibility, leaving us with environments that are neither clean nor healthy.
💡 Sanitation cannot be achieved by government alone.
To build a clean and resilient environment, the county must actively involve:
• Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)
• Community-Based Organizations (CBOs)
• Private environmental companies
• NGOs and agencies like NEMA
These groups are embedded in our communities. Empowering them means more sustainable outcomes.
🧹 Sanitation is a shared civic duty.
• Every household should clean its frontage regularly.
• Market groups must take responsibility for their marketplaces.
Kiserian town is already “going down the drain” on sanitation, and the Kiserian Dam is suffering. The county must enforce environmental safety laws that promote accountability and compliance.
🌱 Kajiado must also show strong commitment to climate change. Environmental experts should be engaged to advise government and educate the public on practical steps toward a clean, climate‑resilient environment.
👩🏾🤝👨🏾 Hiring more youths to manage drainage systems and deploying efficient garbage trucks will drastically improve urban cleanliness.
The county’s Environment team is uniquely positioned to champion these ideas. With expertise and authority, meaningful action can transform Kajiado into a model of environmental responsibility.
🚫 We cannot fold our arms and expect government to do everything. Environmental protection is a shared responsibility. Collaboration is the key to a safe, healthy, and sustainable future.
✨ Let’s work together for a clean environment and healthy living.
Martin Moshisho Martine Deputy Governor Kajiado Chris Ndisho KE
