Ayub Macharia
Dr. Ayub Macharia is the director of enforcement at the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) in Kenya, known for his role in overseeing environmental regulations and ensuring compliance with waste management laws. Recently, he was in the news for directing Nairobi City County to remove illegally dumped garbage outside Stima Plaza, amidst an ongoing dispute with Kenya Power over unpaid bills.
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Recent news mentions
Nema's Director of Enforcement Dr Ayub Macharia has rubbished claims that there were no consultations with stakeholders ahead of the EPR rollout.
Rollout of producer responsibility rule sparks fears of price hikes for consumers
Kenya· 2026-02-03
Dr Ayub Macharia, NEMA’s Director of Environmental Enforcement, said a court case has delayed implementation.
Stakeholders urge partnerships as Kenya grapples with rising e-wasteKenya· 2025-09-17
Ayub Macharia is the Nema Director and will be speaking at the forum on e-waste innovations.
Kenya, Germany eye e-waste innovations at summitKenya· 2025-09-10
Ayub Macharia condemned the county's actions regarding the illegal waste dumping.
We're sorry for dumping garbage at Stima Plaza, says governorKenya· 2025-02-27
Dr. Ayub Macharia is the agency’s director of enforcement at NEMA.
NEMA steps in as Kenya Power, Nairobi City County feud escalatesKenya· 2025-02-25