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The National Construction Authority on Wednesday, 17th July 2024 launched the National Building Code 2024 at a ceremony presided over by the Principal Secretary for Public Works, Mr. Joel Arumonyang. The Code was published on March 1st 2024 as Legal Notice no. 47, repealing the Local Government (Adoptive By-Laws) (Building) Order of 1968. The launch […]

The Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) has organized the 6th Annual Resident Associations Excellence Awards (ARAEA) to identify, reward and celebrate Resident Associations that have demonstrated exemplary performance in promoting access to better services and championing the interests of their members. The awards are informed by the fact that Resident Associations play a very vital

The Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) made significant strides in building and strengthening its strategic partnerships through a series of courtesy calls to key partners. These visits underscored KARA’s commitment to fostering collaborative efforts aimed at enhancing access to better service delivery and addressing pressing urban challenges. One of the highlights of the month

In a significant move to improve access to secure and reliable home services, the Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Bingwa Services that also aims to create substantial employment opportunities for youths across Kenya. The Bingwa.ke platform is designed to offer convenience and security, featuring digital traceability

In an effort to tackle the growing waste management crisis, KARA held a series of training workshops in Nakuru, Mombasa and Nairobi Counties aimed at educating households on sustainable waste management specifically on the importance and techniques of waste segregation at source. The trainings were held in Kiamunyi Estate in Nakuru, Old Town Estate in

KARA launched a comprehensive Citizen\’s Handbook on Climate Change on July 8th at Serena Hotel, Nairobi. The handbook was developed in partnership with Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF), and aims at demystifying complex climate information, making it accessible and actionable for the general public. Speakers who addressed the launch event were Ms. Collister Mwikali, Climate Change &

It is now illegal to use conventional plastic bags or bin liners to collect organic waste. This follows the expiry of a 90-day period issued by National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) on the need to transition to using biodegradable garbage bags for organic waste collection. On April 8, the authority issued a public notice directing

  Solid waste management in Nairobi may soon be done by an independent body of the County to deal with the garbage menace rocking the City. Governor Johnson Sakaja told the Senate Committee on Finance and Budget that he is in the process of establishing the Nairobi County Solid Waste Management Authority. Mr. Sakaja said

The vital role of resident associations and community groups in enhancing accountability and ensuring effective service delivery was the focus of the recently concluded Bi-monthly talk forum held on 7th June at Sirikwa Hotel in Uasin Gishu County, organized by KARA in partnership with Hanns Siedel Foundation (HSF). The event brought together key stakeholders, including

KARA in partnership with Kenya Power Lighting Company (KPLC) conducted a residents’ dialogue forum on 28th June 2024 at Royal Court Hotel, Mombasa. The forum is part of a series of activities being jointly implemented by KARA and Kenya Power to facilitate interaction on service delivery issues. The event was attended by over 130 residents

KARA handed over waste management infrastructure to the households participating in the Model Estate Pilot project on Sustainable Waste Management in Nairobi, Nakuru and Mombasa Counties. Among the estates selected for the pilot include: Ngei Phase II Estate in Nairobi City County, Old Town Estate in Mombasa, Kiamunyi and Kivumbini Estates in Nakuru. The waste

KARA in partnership with Kenya Power hosted resident dialogue forums in Nairobi, Nakuru, Uasin Gishu and Kiambu Counties to inform and educate residents on various issues as regards Kenya Power products and services, and to get feedback on service delivery. Speaking at the forum held in Nairobi at Heron Hotel, KPLC Managing Director & CEO,

Kara in partnership with Hanns Siedel Foundation (HSF) held its 111th Bi-Monthly Talk Series forum in Kisumu County. The theme of discussion was: “The role of Resident Associations & Community Groups towards Strengthening Accountability and Effective Service Delivery” Speakers who addressed the forum were Mr. Samba, Nixon Otieno, Board Chairman & CEO-City of Kisumu Urban

Kara conducted Community Conversation Forums on 4th April to 7th May 2024 in Kwale County to enhance public awareness and engagement on issues of digital rights and digital civic space protection. The forums aimed to increase awareness on digital rights issues among communities and to advocate for policies and legal frameworks that advance for digital

Resident Associations in Nairobi have petitioned the Nairobi County Government to take action against illegal and unplanned developments in the City. The residents from various estates under the Nairobi Professionals and Residents Association held demonstrations in the city and marched to City Hall to present the petition to Governor Johnson Sakaja. “We condemn the failure

Kara successfully hosted the 5th Annual Resident Associations Excellence Awards (ARAEA) Gala Dinner to celebrate the great work of Resident Associations in Kenya. The colorful event brought together KARA members, friends and partners from across the country and several Resident Associations were feted. This month we feature Thome Five Residents Welfare Association, Winners of Viwanja

Nairobi County is set to create six boroughs in a bid to decentralize public services. Initially, Governor Sakaja\’s administration sought to have five boroughs, however, a Technical Committee Taskforce on the establishment of Boroughs recommended having an additional one. The team conducted public participation in November 2023 to get the views of residents. \”Following intense

Kara conducted a two-day training workshop in Turkana County, on digital rights and protection of civic space for the realization of SDGs in Kenya. The goal of the workshop was to strengthen the capacity of local CSOs, Resident Associations and Human Rights Defenders in advocating for policies, practices and frameworks that advance the protection and

Kara and Coca-Cola Beverages Africa – Kenya launched plastics collection project at Imara Daima Estate as part of promoting sustainable waste management in neighborhoods. The initiative focuses promoting waste segregation and recycling in selected neighborhoods with the expectation of being up-scaled across Kenya. Through the partnership, Coca-Cola has issued plastic collection cages, free of charge,

Kara team led by CEO Henry Ochieng held a meeting with Nairobi City County Executive Committee Member Inclusivity, Public Participation & Customer Service, Dr. Anastasia Nyalita, and the County Executive for Green Nairobi, Mr. Ibrahim Auma, on 10th January at City Hall, to discuss on effective ways of enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining public complaints’

The Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) welcomes the measures against alcohol and drug abuse announced by the government through the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and Administration of National Government Prof. Kithure Kindiki. We strongly support the directive for immediate closure of bars and other alcoholic outlets operating in residential areas and near schools. This

Are our regulatory authorities inept or simply corrupt? I couldn’t help but ask this question after the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) said in a statement that the Embakasi gas plant, where three people were killed and nearly 300 injured last week following an explosion, had been operating illegally since EPRA had rejected three

KARA Statement on the Gas explosion in Nairobi Embakasi Area. Link 

The Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) successfully hosted the 5th Annual Resident Associations Excellence Awards (ARAEA) Gala Dinner on 8th December 2023 at Mercure Hotel, Nairobi. The ceremony was presided over by Ms. Veronica Nduva, Principal Secretary for State Department of Performance and Delivery Management under the Ministry of Public Service, Performance and Delivery

Property owners in major cities and towns face tough times ahead after the National Treasury approved plans by the Ministry of Lands to increase land rates and rents. Those who own rateable properties in Nairobi, Mombasa, Nakuru, Kisumu, Eldoret, and Kiambu will have to pay more taxes as the national government seeks to raise an

  The Kenya Alliance of Resident Associations (KARA) has organized the 5th Annual Resident Associations Excellence Awards (ARAEA) to identify, reward and celebrate Resident Associations that have demonstrated exemplary performance in promoting access to better services and championing the interests of their members. The awards are informed by the fact that Resident Associations play a very

The effects of climate change in urban areas and their impact on residents require the community’s collective action and commitment within the framework of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Climate-related risks are rising and demand an inclusive and participatory approach that ensures no one is left behind in local and national environmental agendas. KARA hosted a

The Sustainable Waste Management Act 2022 provides for a shift in waste management from linear to circular system and it is expected that the practice of waste separation will be embraced right from the household level. However, there is still low level of awareness on the roles and responsibilities of various actors and the opportunities