A spirited youth-led clean-up exercise brought new life to Kajiado Town on October 28 as young residents, in collaboration with the National Government Administration Officers (NGAO), joined hands to make the town cleaner and safer during the rainy season.
The event, spearheaded by Faisal Abdi, founder of Pamoja Digital Empowerment, targeted key public areas including the main bus stop, the local market and the drainage systems around the terminus, which often clog during heavy rains.
The exercise was part of a broader community effort to promote hygiene, environmental awareness and civic responsibility among residents. Volunteers arrived early in the morning armed with cleaning tools, rakes, spades and wheelbarrows, determined to make a visible difference.
According to Faisal Abdi, the initiative was not just about tidying up but about inspiring long-term behavioral change in how residents handle waste.
“Today’s clean-up in Kajiado Town was a success. We focused on the bus stop area, market, and unlocking drainage outside the bus stop as part of our effort to keep our town clean during this rainy season,” he said while thanking everyone who participated in the exercise.
Similar clean-up drives have recently been carried out in nearby towns such as Kitengela and Isinya, where youth groups and the county environment department have joined forces to mitigate the impact of El Niño rains.
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The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has also been leading clean-up operations along major rivers and urban settlements across the county to promote environmental safety.
Today’s event showed that community participation remains a powerful force in addressing local challenges. Through their collective effort, the youth not only restored cleanliness to the town but also reminded residents of the importance of owning their environment.
Organizers noted that regular clean-ups, installation of proper waste binsand continued sensitization on responsible waste management will be critical in sustaining the gains made.
The exercise concluded with optimism and renewed commitment to make Kajiado a model of environmental responsibility.
As the rains continue, the success of the initiative stands as a testimony that when residents unite for a common goal, they can build a cleaner, healthier, and more resilient town.
By Benedict Aoya
