Informal settlements Nairobi

How Nairobi’s Poor Infrastructure Fails Persons with Disabilities

Correspondent June 11, 2026

Persons with disabilities in Nairobi's informal settlements face disproportionate risks during floods due to poor infrastructure, inaccessible emergency response systems, and inadequate disaster preparedness. As climate-related disasters intensify, advocates are calling for inclusive planning, improved drainage, and stronger protections to uphold the dignity and safety of vulnerable communities.

Conservation

How Planting Right Trees in Right Places can Help Kenya Tackle Rising Heat

Peter Ngare February 20, 2026

As Nairobi swelters under intensifying January–February heat, scientists say the right trees planted in the right places could cool city streets by up to 12°C. But urban forestry is not just about numbers — it is about smart planning, indigenous species, and ensuring low-income neighborhoods benefit equally.