Garbage collection has halted in various towns of Nyeri County for over a week due to a funding shortfall, causing public outcry over health hazards and unbearable odors.

• Uncollected garbage has piled up, rendering areas like Karatina and Othaya inhabitable.
• Complaints have been raised by shop owners, notably Mr. John Mwangi, who faces trash blocking his shop entrance.
• The acting County Executive Committee member for Public Service, Mr. James Wachihi, did not respond to inquiries regarding the situation, while sources indicated that funds from the National Treasury are yet to be released.