This archive report was first published on 17 July 2020.
On July 17, 2020, a significant milestone was reached in the fight for justice for the residents of Owino Uhuru in Nairobi. A court awarded the residents Ksh. 1.3 billion in compensation for lead poisoning.
The residents had been suffering from the effects of lead poisoning due to the contamination of their environment. The court's decision is a testament to the determination of the residents and their advocates to seek justice.
The compensation is a significant amount that will go a long way in helping the residents recover from the effects of lead poisoning.
