The government through the Ministry of Health has raised concerns over the continued use of Lang’ata Cemetery saying that it poses serious health concerns.
Speaking before Parliamentary Committee on Implementation, PS Mary Muthoni called for urgent mitigation measures included the ongoing identification of suitable alternative burial land.
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“Continued use of Lang’ata Cemetery, despite being declared full nearly two decades ago, poses serious public health concerns, including overcrowding, shallow graves, and exposure of human remains due to interference by wild animals.
The Ministry of Health, through the State Department for Public Health and Professional Standards, today presented an assessment report before the Parliamentary Committee on Implementation. The report, delivered by Principal Secretary Mary Muthoni, detailed the associated risks and recommended urgent mitigation measures.
Collaboration with the Nairobi City County Government and other stakeholders is ongoing to identify suitable alternative burial land and ensure the dignity of the deceased is upheld.
Safeguarding public health remains a central priority.” said Ministry of Health
