Nairobi County Bans Street Parties & Reggae in Estates

Nairobi County Assembly has passed a motion aimed at outlawing street parties and reggae concerts in the city, citing noise disturbances and immoral activities.

The County Assembly has taken this decisive step in its bid to address the growing concerns over noise disturbances and immoral activities in residential areas.

Led by Majority Leader Peter Imwatok, the MCAs aim to curb immorality and protect residents from unnecessary noise disturbances.

Imwatok expressed his satisfaction with his fellow members of the assembly for recognizing the need to prioritize the rights and well-being of residents over the enjoyment of such events.

County Assembly Cites Noise Disturbance

Despite being a reggae fan himself, Imwatok stressed the perils of hosting such gatherings in residential areas, citing the presence of clubs as suitable alternatives.

“I’m very happy with my fellow MCAs for feeling the sense of illegality versus people’s rights. I am a reggae fan but doing the same in residential areas is unlawful, we have clubs,” Imwatok said.

This move comes as a response to the increasing prevalence of such events, which have been linked to criminal activities, drug abuse, and disturbances to the peace of residents.

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The motion, which was tabled by Imwatok in the previous week, addresses a concerning trend wherein street parties and reggae concerts have become increasingly common in residential areas.

These events, often accompanied by loud music and attracting a young audience, have raised an alarm due to their association with criminal behavior and moral decay.

Imwatok highlighted the detrimental impact of such activities on the youth, including increased levels of alcohol and drug abuse, as well as poor academic performance among school-going children.

In his notice of motion, Imwatok underscored the need for immediate action to address the situation.

He called upon the Nairobi County Government to swiftly enforce the ban, emphasizing that the protection of children and residents from the negative effects of these events is paramount.

“Nairobi County Government must now move with speed to enforce this ban. They don’t have any (other) choice but to ensure that it is done, so that we can protect our children,” says Imwatok.

Imwatok’s concerns were echoed by other members of the assembly, who recognized the urgency of curbing the spread of street parties and reggae concerts in residential areas.

County Government Efforts

The motion reflects broader efforts by the Nairobi County Government to address noise pollution and maintain the peace and tranquility of residential neighborhoods.

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In a similar fashion, earlier attempts by Governor Sakaja to close down entertainment joints in estates were met with resistance but significantly highlighted the seriousness with which the issue was being addressed by the County Government.

The governor’s actions were motivated by a desire to protect families from harmful noise levels emitted by these establishments, further highlighting the importance of the recent motion passed by the county assembly.