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Banned plastic bags seized by NEMA in Njiru, Nairobi on October 8, 2026.

NEMA seizes 90,695 banned plastic bags in Nairobi raid, arrests five

NEMA said the operation is part of intensified enforcement against the manufacture, distribution, and use of plastic carrier and flat bags across the country

By Chrispho Owuor 8 Oct 2026

NEMA issues new warning about the return of banned plastic bags

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NEMA issues new warning about the return of banned plastic bags

The authority said it had noted with great concern a resurgence of the products in circulation, particularly in retail outlets, despite the ban that came into effect more than seven years ago.

By Ian Njane 23 Sep 2025