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Originally published by Nation CountiesOctober 2, 2026
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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...
✨ Key Highlights
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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