Date
September 19, 2026
Time
09:00 -
16:00
Location
Kingdom Seekers Junction
World Cleanup Day 2026
World Clean Up Day is an initiative that mobilizes millions of volunteers worldwide to collect litter, raise environmental awareness, and promote sustainable waste management practices within their communities.
As part of the global World Clean Up Day 2026 commemoration, the County Department of Environment, in close collaboration with development partners, key stakeholders and partners, organized a clean-up exercise in Kivumbini and Flamingo Wards. The exercise was led by the CECM- Water, Environment, Energy and Natural Resources and the County Director for Environment. The initiative also brought together a diverse group of participants, including: County and City Board officers, Planet Rehabilitation Organization, Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS), Kenya Red Cross, Unga Farmcare Limited, Barut Gameview Association, Mobi Industries and Nakuru Waste Pickers among others. All participants worked collectively to clear litter, unclog drainage channels and restore the cleanliness of public spaces, while also creating a platform for raising awareness on proper waste disposal, environmental conservation, and the shared responsibility of maintaining a healthy urban environment.
Beyond the physical clean-up activities, the exercise served as a vital avenue for strengthening partnerships between the county government, stakeholders and actors in the waste sector, and for reinforcing community ownership of environmental management initiatives. This report presents an overview of the activities undertaken, key outcomes achieved, and lessons drawn from the exercise, with a view to informing future environmental conservation efforts within Nakuru City.
Objectives
- To commemorate World Clean Up Day 2026 and demonstrate Nakuru County's commitment to global environmental sustainability efforts.
- To reduce litter, solid waste, and blockages within drainage systems in parts of Kivumbini and Flamingo Wards.
- To strengthen collaboration between the County Department of Environment, the Nakuru City Board, development partners, stakeholders and residents in addressing environmental challenges.
- To create awareness among residents on proper solid waste management and environmental hygiene.
- To promote a culture of shared responsibility and community ownership over public spaces and the urban environment.
Key Activities
- Mobilization and sensitization of residents on the significance of World Clean Up Day and proper waste management practices.
- Collection and disposal of solid waste and litter from streets and public spaces within Kivumbini and Flamingo Wards.
- Clearing and unblocking of drainage channels to reduce the risk of flooding and improve sanitation.
- Distribution of clean-up tools, gloves, and waste collection bags to participants.
Areas covered
- i. Along a section of Mburu Gichua Road, from Kingdom Seekers junction to NYS officers.
- ii.A section of Kalewa Road
- iii.Along Flamingo Road (From Kalewa Road junction to Lake Nakuru National Park main gate)
Observations
- Illegal waste dumping was evident at several locations along the road.
- Numerous stormwater drains were heavily clogged with plastic waste and other debris.
- Some business premises and hospitality establishments were found to have inadequate waste management practices, including the absence of appropriate waste storage and disposal systems.
- School children actively participated in the clean-up exercise, reflecting a growing sense of environmental responsibility among the younger generation.
Key Outcomes / Achievements
- Improved cleanliness and reduced litter within Kivumbini and Flamingo Wards
- Cleared and unblocked drainage channels, reducing the risk of localized flooding.
- Heightened public awareness on proper waste disposal and environmental conservation.
- Strengthened working relationships between the county government, partners, and residents.
Challenges Encountered
- Lack of adequate and appropriate clean-up tools and equipment relative to the number of participants.
- Limited waste collection and disposal capacity to handle the volume of waste generated.
- Recurrence of illegal waste dumping in stormwater drains and previously cleaned areas.
Recommendations
- Scale up regular clean-up exercises beyond World Clean Up Day to sustain the gains achieved.
- Enhance investment in waste management infrastructure, including collection points and equipment.
- Intensify community sensitization, enforcement against illegal dumping and subsidies on waste collection fees for residents in informal settlements.
- Strengthen partnerships with development partners and the private sector to support environmental initiatives.
- Engagement of local youth as casual laborers in regular unclogging of stormwater drains across all wards.
Conclusion
The commemoration of World Clean Up Day 2026 in Kivumbini and Flamingo Wards demonstrated the power of collective action in addressing environmental challenges facing Nakuru City. Through the coordinated efforts of the County Department of Environment, the City Board, partners, stakeholders, and residents, the exercise not only achieved tangible improvements in cleanliness and sanitation but also reinforced a shared sense of responsibility for the environment. Sustaining these gains will require continued collaboration, investment and community engagement well beyond the commemoration day.
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- Email: nakurucityboard@nakuru.go.ke
- Website: https://city.nakuru.go.ke/
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