In a bid to address the increase in population growth in Eldoret, the City Manager, Tito Koiyet, on September 2, 2024, oversaw the operations at the Kipkenyo Dumpsite with an aim to create more space to handle the increasing solid waste generated by the city.
Describing Eldoret as the fastest-growing city in East Africa, Koiyet emphasized the need for infrastructure expansion to keep pace with the expanding population.
To facilitate this expansion, three long-arm excavators, one short-arm excavator, and a dozer were deployed to open up additional space within the dump site.
Engineer Jacob Ng’etich confirmed the availability of more space, stating that ongoing efforts to create even larger areas were underway.
He also mentioned plans to murram the access road to improve logistics at the site.
Noting the uptick in solid waste production in recent years, City plant Operator Ng’elechey highlighted the impact of the growing population on waste generation.
He attested to the increased volume of waste he has observed over the years at the dump site.
The City of Eldoret, responsible for managing solid waste within its borders, remains committed to improving waste management practices to meet the needs of its residents.
