GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 1416

PURSUANT to section 59 of the Environmental Management and Coordination Act, 1999, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Africa Reit Limited in partnership with the Nairobi City County Government (NCCG), proposes to undertake construction of affordable housing units (1925No. of total units) comprising of mixed income housing divided into market blocks type A (384No. one bedroom, 466 No. two bedroom, 212 No. three bedroom and 7No. four bedroom units), budget block type B (128No. studio, 160No. one bedroom, 176No. two bedroom and 127No. three bedroom units) and budget block 2 type C (38 No. one bedroom, 73No. two bedroom and 154 No. three bedroom units) on plot L. R. No. Nairobi/Block 43/274 in Woodley Estate, along Mugo Kibiru Drive and Joseph Kangethe Road in Woodley Area, Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi City County. The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Mitigation Measures Loss of vegetation  Prohibit unnecessary vegetation clearing.  Encourage sparing the mature trees.  Demarcation and restriction of construction site.  Landscaping/re-vegetation to be done using fast growing species. Increased traffic flow and road safety concerns  Carry out traffic impact assessment study.  Implement a traffic management plan for the proposed development.  Erect appropriate road safety signage  Deploying adequate traffic marshals.  Provide adequate construction parking allocation within the project site. THE KENYA GAZETTE 7th February, 2025 Impacts Mitigation Measures  Provide incentives for facility users to prioritize public and non-motorized transport modes. Noise pollution and excessive vibration  Ensure use of serviced equipment.  Switch off engines not in use.  Demolition work to be confined to between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.  Ensure use of earmuffs by workers. Air pollution, particulate matter and dust emission  Cover all trucks hauling soil, sand and other loose materials.  Avoid open air burning of waste such as paper and plastic containers at the construction site.  Onsite dirt piles or other stockpiled material should be covered, wind breaks installed, water and/or soil stabilizers employed to reduce wind-blown dust emissions.  All workers at the construction site and visitors exposed to dusty conditions must be provided with dust masks and other PPEs.  Regular and prompt maintenance of construction machinery and equipment to minimize generation of hazardous gases.  Institute appropriate dust suppression measures such as regular sprinkling of water on dusty access roads; speed limits; etc. Public health occupational safety & health  Comply with applicable Labor Laws such as the Occupational Safety and Health Act, 2007; the Work Injury Benefits Act, 2007, etc.  Staff awareness creation on safety and health issues.  Have trained first aiders and fully equipped First Aid box on site.  Provide and ensure proper use of personal protective equipment i.e. safety boots, helmet, goggles, and hand gloves.  Proper supervision of works hoarding/ fencing of the construction site to prevent unauthorized people accessing the site.  Enforce speed limits for trucks and vehicles delivering construction materials.  Proper signage and warning to public of heavy vehicle turning.  The contractor to abide by ESIA licensing conditions. Solid waste generati  Ensure waste materials are disposed off to County and NEMA approved sites.  Use of the 3rs – Reduce, Re-use, Re-cycle.  Solid waste to be collected in designated areas for appropriate disposal.  Waste segregation at source.  Engage a NEMA and county licensed waste handler. Sewerage and wastewater management  Carry out sanitation needs analysis for the project and implement the recommendations.  Comply with EMCA Water Quality Regulations, 2006.  For waste management prevent the contamination of surface or subsurface water. Impacts Mitigation Measures  Proper decommissioning of the sanitary facilities shall be carried out once construction is complete.  Regular monitoring of sewer line to ensure proper working conditions.  Servicing of machinery and equipment to be done at a designated places with a paved surface and oil interceptors. Increased water demand and consumption  Undertake a water needs analysis for the project.  Set up water reservoirs to buffer against erratic supplies and reduce competition for resource with other users.  Prompt detection and repair of all the water fixtures and fittings to reduce water wastage.  The contractor shall use water bowsers and tankers to bring in water for construction activities i.e., during periods of high-water demand (i.e., during slab formation).  Use water efficient appliances and fixtures for conservation of water during the project cycle. Emergence and spread of social vices  Installation of security lighting in and around the project site.  Use of local labor force as far practical to avoid construction of a labor camp.  Conduct periodic sensitization forums for employees on ethics, morals, general good behavior and the need for the project to co- exist with the neighbors.  Ensure enforcement of relevant legal policy on sexual harassment and abuse of office.  Contractor employs workers from the immediate area where possible to minimize social conflict and maximize benefits.  Offer awareness, guidance and counselling on HIV/AIDS and other STDs to employees.  Provide condoms to employees. Disruption of existing natural environment and modification of micro-climate  Development restricted to follow zoning policy/approved density–building line, plot coverage and plot ratio as approved by the county government.  Careful layout and orientation of buildings to respect wind and sun direction.  Adequate provision of green and open space planted with grass, shrub and tree cover.  Minimum use of reflective building material and finishes for roof, wall and pavement. Social harmony  Develop a mechanism to maximize use of local labor force.  Dedicated liaison officer to receive and handle grievance from the neighbourhood. Increased energy demand and consumption  Install and routine maintenance of energy efficient appliances e.g. LED bulbs.  Monitor energy use during construction and operation and set reasonable limit.  Use of solar energy as an alternative source of energy. Storm water management  Rainwater harvesting by providing gutters to collect and direct rain water into drains and storage tanks. 7th February, 2025 THE KENYA GAZETTE Impacts Mitigation Measures  Construct drains to standard specifications.  Develop a storm water drainage system and linkage to natural drains. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (a) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Forestry, NHIF Building, 12th Floor, Ragati Road, Upper Hill, P.O. Box 30126–00100, Nairobi. (b) Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839–00200, Nairobi. (c) County Director of Environment, Nairobi City County. A copy of the report can be downloaded at www.nema.go.ke The National Environment Management Authority invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director-General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision making process regarding this project. Comments can also be emailed to dgnema@nema.go.ke MAMO B. MAMO, Director-General, MR/6528651 National Environment Management.