By Monica Nashon
Kisii County has intensified efforts to improve waste management as it joined the rest of the world in marking World Cleanup Day 2026, with Governor Simba Arati calling for sustainable solutions to the growing waste problem.
Speaking during the celebrations in Kisii on Sunday, Arati said the county was committed to creating a cleaner and more sustainable environment for its residents.
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The governor thanked the United Nations, the national government and the Ministry of Environment for selecting Kisii to host the event.
He said the county was moving beyond efforts to maintain green spaces and clean surroundings to adopting more sustainable approaches to waste management.
Arati said Kisii generates about 2,000 tonnes of waste daily, making proper collection, disposal and management essential to maintaining a clean and healthy environment.
The celebrations also marked the closure of a dumpsite and the opening of a park, which Arati described as an important step in the county’s journey towards sustainable waste management.
UN-Habitat Director Ishaku Maitumbi urged residents and leaders to adopt a broader approach to cleanliness and waste management, saying efforts should consider the city as an interconnected environment rather than focusing on individual areas.
Maitumbi said improved waste management would enhance the quality of life for residents and contribute to better health outcomes in Kisii and other parts of the country.
National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) Director-General Dr Mamo B Mamo thanked Governor Arati for promoting peace and unity in efforts to improve cleanliness and environmental conservation in the county.
Dr Mamo described Kisii as a county making progress in sustainable waste management and environmental conservation.
He also commended the Green Army for their efforts to keep the county clean and protect the environment.
