Sakaja confirms 3,500 Green Army workers to permanent jobs

Speaking at Central Park during the handover ceremony, Sakaja said the move marks a turning point for the city’s cleanliness and environmental management.

“The last time environment sector personnel were hired was 1987. This is the biggest number ever. What we are doing today is historic. Now you have permanent and pensionable jobs after your diligent work keeping the city clean,” Sakaja said.

He urged the Green Army to maintain discipline and commitment to their duties.

“The city must be cleaned daily — that is now your obligation. Have shifts, cover every neighborhood, and use the equipment we’ve provided, including machines, tippers, and compactors,” he said.

Sakaja also announced plans for the Green Nairobi Company, an autonomous agency that will manage the city’s cleanliness in the same way Nairobi Water oversees water services.

“The company is registered. We are working on financing, and we have benchmarked in South Africa, Kigali, and other cities. It will soon take charge of cleaning the city,” he said.

Green Nairobi CEC Maureen Njeri commended the workers’ service over the past two years.

“This shows that the Governor is confident in the work the Green Army is doing. We must now put our best foot forward. You are the custodians of our city’s cleanliness and beauty,” she said.

Finance CEC Charles Kerich encouraged the recruits to invest wisely and “wear the crown of a clean city with pride.”

Environment Chief Officer Geoffrey Mosiria called on the workers to set higher standards.

“Now that you have this mandate, you must work even harder and guide residents on keeping their areas tidy,” he said.