Residents of Eastleigh Section 3 are raising alarm over deteriorating sanitation conditions, as blocked drainage systems and mounting waste threaten to trigger a public health emergency.
Open drains choked with raw sewage, plastic debris, and decomposing garbage have become a persistent problem across the neighbourhood. Locals attribute the worsening situation to irregular garbage collection and widespread illegal dumping.
“Garbage collection in Eastleigh South is often delayed, and this puts our health at risk. The drains remain clogged, and many residents are falling sick,” said Wycliffe Kepha Anyanzwa.
Stagnant pools of contaminated water have formed in several areas, producing a strong stench and creating ideal conditions for disease-carrying organisms to thrive. Residents say the environment has become increasingly unsafe and uncomfortable.
“The dumping of waste here has become too much. The smell is unbearable and garbage is everywhere,” added Esther Kinyanjui.
Community members warn that the crisis is escalating, with health concerns now at the forefront. Many fear the spread of waterborne diseases if the situation is not urgently addressed.
Another resident, Mary Mbula, called on authorities to act swiftly, urging the county government to prioritise unblocking sewage lines and improving waste collection services. She also emphasised the need for public awareness to discourage dumping waste into drainage systems.
Residents are now appealing for a coordinated response between authorities and the community, saying that restoring proper waste management and clearing the blocked drainage infrastructure is critical to preventing further deterioration.
