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Originally published by Nation Counties
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October 2, 2026
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Mombasa’s Mwakirunge residents awarded Sh350m over dumpsite pollution

Mombasa’s Mwakirunge residents awarded Sh350m over dumpsite pollution

After decades of living with toxic smoke and foul odours, over 200 residents have finally won their case...

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Residents of Mwakirunge in Mombasa have been awarded Sh350 million in compensation following a successful lawsuit against the Mombasa County Government and the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) for pollution emanating from the Mwakirunge dumpsite.

  • The award of Sh350 million aims to address the environmental and health impacts caused by the dumpsite.
  • Key entities involved include the residents of Mwakirunge, the Mombasa County Government, and the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA).
  • This landmark ruling sets a precedent for environmental accountability in the region, as the court found both the county and NEMA culpable for the prolonged pollution crisis.

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