Nairobi City County’s Green Army programme, once praised as a bold youth empowerment and environmental clean-up initiative, is now under serious scrutiny. Allegations of sexual harassment, exploitative labour practices, delayed payments, and poor working conditions have raised tough questions about how the programme is being run.
For many young people from vulnerable communities, the Green Army has been a lifeline — offering income in a difficult economy. But public employment programmes must do more than create jobs. They must guarantee dignity, safety, and fairness.
Troubling allegations have emerged, including:
If true, these are not just management issues — they are governance concerns.
Now the big question is this: can Nairobi protect its youth while still delivering on development goals?
Investigations are expected, and all parties are entitled to due process. However, the concerns raised go beyond individual accusations and point to broader governance questions.
Source: nation.africa
For many young people from vulnerable communities, the Green Army has been a lifeline — offering income in a difficult economy. But public employment programmes must do more than create jobs. They must guarantee dignity, safety, and fairness.
Troubling allegations have emerged, including:
- Sexual harassment claims involving supervisors
- Exploitative labour practices
- Delayed or irregular payments
- Lack of formal contracts
- Poor working conditions and inadequate protective gear
If true, these are not just management issues — they are governance concerns.
Now the big question is this: can Nairobi protect its youth while still delivering on development goals?
Investigations are expected, and all parties are entitled to due process. However, the concerns raised go beyond individual accusations and point to broader governance questions.
Source: nation.africa
