Nairobi County Chief Officer for Environment, Geoffrey Mosiria, has issued a stern warning to clubs, event organisers, and churches over noise pollution.
In a statement on Saturday, July 9, Mosiria announced that they have launched a crackdown on clubs, particularly in Pipeline Estate, where numerous complaints have been lodged over several clubs that are emitting excessive noise.
Mosiria further noted that event organisers, especially those who organise events near residential areas, should ensure that they adhere to the set sound limits to avoid the event being halted by county officers. These establishments should ensure that their sound does not exceed 35 decibels.
"Noise pollution has come back, especially in the Pipeline in Aston Villa and Emirates, and also event organisers across the city make sure that the music does not exceed the set limits," Mosiria said.
"If we get any complaint, we shall have to respond because we want to restore order in the city. All we want to tell event organisers, make sure that you don't make noise that may affect your fans and also the event," he added.
On the other hand, Mosiria said that his department will also launch a crackdown on churches that cause noise pollution during 'Keshas'.
If a church needs to play loud Music, Mosiria has said that the management should either install soundproofing materials or seek approval from neighbours.
"We will also be handling noise pollution in churches, especially during Keshas. Please make sure that you do not play loud music, and if you have to play loud music, then soundproof your church," Mosiria said.
The announcement comes two days after Mosiria closed down a motor vehicle garage in Runda Estate following recurrent complaints from neighbours within the estate due to excessive noise being emitted from the premises.
According to Mosiria, despite the county government issuing multiple warning notices to the garage, no action was taken by the management.
In a statement on Thursday, August 7, Mosiria said that he will also deploy security officers to the area to prevent operations and bar anyone from entering the garage.
"I will deploy security officers who will survey these premises, and if operations continue tomorrow, we shall apprehend and prosecute anyone who is found here. Every worker should carry all their belongings at home, and we will ensure that we close that gate completely," Mosiria said.
