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Nairobi’s street food vendors have a difficult time navigating the Marabou Stork.

Ivy Irungu
Last updated: September 5, 2024 5:04 am
Ivy Irungu 9 months ago
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Business owners in Nairobi are facing an unexpected and persistent challenge due to an increasing presence of marabou storks. These large birds, typically seen perched on trees, have become a significant public nuisance, creating unsanitary and unpleasant conditions that are threatening the livelihoods of local entrepreneurs.

“Hizi birds zimekuwa zikitusumbua sana. When a customer comes, they spoil the food for them na unapata once that happens, huyo customer hawezi rudi hapa,” Evans Maina, a fruit vendor along Lenana road, laments.

Marabou storks, known for their large size and scavenging nature, have increasingly settled around the Nyayo Stadium roundabout, Lenana Road, and other areas in Nairobi. These birds are attracted by food scraps and open garbage dumps nearby, but their presence has become a significant issue.

Local food vendors report that the storks frequently drop waste from the trees, including bones and other remnants, onto parked cars and even pedestrians, causing damage and driving away customers. Health concerns have also emerged, as the birds are carriers of bacteria and pathogens that could pose risks to public health.

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The accumulation of droppings and waste creates foul odors and unsanitary conditions, worsening the situation. “The smell is unpleasant, so I usually opt for take-away food. However, the stalls with umbrellas are a good option when I need to sit and enjoy my meal,” says Seth Alusa, a regular customer.

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