Nairobi Governor Sakaja Extends Compassion to Tearful 14-Year-Old Burundian Street Vendor
Nairobi, Kenya – In a heartwarming turn of events, Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja personally met with Ndagire Renova, the 14-year-old Burundian street vendor, whose tearful encounter with city council officials went viral on social media on Tuesday. The emotional video captured the aftermath of Renova’s groundnuts being spilled on the ground by the officials, sparking widespread outrage.
FAQs:
- Who is Ndagire Renova?
- Ndagire Renova is a 14-year-old Burundian street vendor who came into the limelight after a video of him in tears surfaced on social media. His groundnuts were spilled by city council officials.
- Why did this incident happen?
- The incident occurred as part of city-county officials’ enforcement of agreed-upon regulations between Governor Sakaja and CBD hawkers regarding the permitted operating hours in the central business district (CBD).
- What actions has Governor Sakaja taken?
- Governor Sakaja met Ndagire Renova personally and engaged with Burundi’s Ambassador to Kenya to ensure support for the minor. Additionally, discussions with the Burundian envoy aim to address issues related to child trafficking and begging activities involving illegal foreign nationals in Nairobi CBD.
Expressing his concern over the incident, Governor Sakaja stated, “After investigating the unfortunate incident involving Burundian minor Ndagire Renova, I met him and later engaged the Burundian Ambassador to Kenya to discuss safeguarding the minor.”
In response to the incident, Nairobi County and Head of Public Service Patrick Analo clarified that the city-county officials were acting on official orders reached after a consensus between Governor Sakaja and the leadership of CBD hawkers. Analo explained that an agreement had been reached earlier in the month, specifying the streets where hawkers were allowed to operate from 4 pm in the CBD.
FAQs:
- Why were the officials enforcing regulations?
- The enforcement was carried out based on an agreement between Governor Sakaja and CBD hawker leadership, specifying permitted operating hours to maintain order in the CBD.
- Is this the first time Ndagire Renova faced such a situation?
- No, according to Mr. Analo, this is not the first time Renova has been involved in incidents with county regulations. He has reportedly engaged in similar situations at Afya Centre and outside City Market.
Mr. Analo further explained, “He has been reported to have previously done the same at Afya Centre and outside City Market. A number of hawkers employ this tactic which naturally attracts sympathy and public outrage and prevents their further arrest.”
As the story unfolds, Governor Sakaja’s commitment to ensuring the well-being of young street vendors like Ndagire Renova sheds light on the broader issues of child welfare and illegal activities involving foreign nationals. Your support in sharing this story can contribute to raising awareness and fostering positive change.