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National Construction Authority (NCA) launches the National Building Code 2024

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 […]

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6th Annual Resident Associations Excellence Awards: Call for Entries

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

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KARA strengthens partnerships with various stakeholders on enhancing access to better services at the neighborhoods

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

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KARA signs MoU with Bingwa Services on access to reliable home services & employment opportunities for youth

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

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KARA holds training workshops to promote sustainable waste management practices in the neighborhoods

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

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KARA launches citizen handbook on climate change mitigation

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 &

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NEMA announces transition to use of biodegradable waste bags

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

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Nairobi County Government to establish independent authority dedicated to solid waste management in the City

  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

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Uasin Gishu County Government urged to engage Resident Associations in Service Delivery

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

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KARA and Kenya Power conduct residents’ dialogue forum in Mombasa to enhance customer experience on service delivery

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

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KARA hands over waste management infrastructure to households in Nairobi, Nakuru & Mombasa to promote waste segregation in the neighborhoods

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

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KARA and Kenya Power conduct resident dialogue forums to enhance customer experience on service delivery

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,

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Kisumu residents urged to embrace public participation forums to enhance accountability and transparency in service delivery

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

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KARA conducts community dialogue forums on digital rights & protection of civic space in Kwale County

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

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KARA partners with Code for Africa to promote data literacy and noise monitoring in the neighborhoods

Kara has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Code for Africa (CFA) to provide a framework for collaboration on areas of mutual interest. Some of the areas of collaboration include: a) Urbanization, decarburization, environment and wellbeing which includes studies in air, water and noise pollution. b) Promoting capacity development in environmental pollution through citizen science

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Nairobi residents petition County Government over illegal and unplanned developments in the City

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

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Spotlight on Thome V Resident Welfare Association, Viwanja Category Winners at the 2023 KARA Awards

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

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Nairobi County set to adopt boroughs system to deliver services

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

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Community leaders in Turkana County trained on digital rights & protection of civic space

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

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Kara and Coca Cola Beverages Company launches pet bottles collection & recycling project in Imara Daima Estate

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,

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Kara’s ‘Hatua’ platform to be integrated as part of Nairobi City County Government’s complaints management system

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’

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KARA Supports Government Directive for Closure of Bars and Other Alcoholic Outlets in Residential Areas and Near Schools

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

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Stop proliferation of illegal gas facilities in residential areas

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

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Resident Associations Feted at the 5th Annual Resident Associations Excellence Awards Gala Dinner

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

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5th Annual Resident Associations Excellence Awards Gala Dinner: Call for Partnership

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

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Nairobi Rivers Commission and Water Resource Authority unveils plans for cleaning up Nairobi Rivers ahead of heavy rains

The government has initiated a project for the rehabilitation of rivers in Nairobi. This action follows the development and adoption of an action plan that encompasses various aspects of regeneration. The project will be overseen by the Nairobi Rivers Commission (NRC) and the actual cleaning will be carried out by the Water Resources Authority (WRA),

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Kara hosts senior police officers to mark International Coffee with a Cop Day

KARA in partnership with Hanns Seidel Foundation (HSF) organized the ‘Coffee with a Cop’ event on 4th October 2023 at the YMCA Nairobi Central, to mark the International Coffee with a Cop Day celebrations, which is held on the first Wednesday of October of each year. ‘Coffee with A Cop’ is an international innovative community

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Kara hosts NEMA and NCA leaders at the 6th Resident Associations Chairpersons Forum

Kara held the 6th Resident Associations Chairpersons’ Forum on 28th September 2023 at the Ngong Hills Hotel, Nairobi. The forum was attended by National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) Director General, Mamo B. Mamo and the National Construction Authority (NCA) Executive Director and Registrar of Contractors, Eng. Maurice Akech. Speaking at the forum, Kara CEO Henry

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Property owners in major cities and towns face land rates increase

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

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