This archive report was first published on 28 October 2019.
Published on October 28, 2019, the Environment and Land Court has directed the Nairobi County Government to revoke all permits and liquor licenses issued to four popular entertainment joints in the city's upmarket area of Kilimani.
The four night clubs - KIZA, B-Club, Space Lounge, and Explorer Tavern - have been accused of violating the rights of residents in the area by playing loud music and hosting rowdy revelers.
Residents of Kilimani, under the Kilimani Project Foundation, claimed that the activities in the four clubs cause a bad influence on their children, deprive them of sleep and security, and drive down property prices.
The court agreed with the residents that the continued operation of the four businesses in the residential area is a violation of their rights to life and a clean and healthy environment.
The court further ruled that the permits and licenses issued to the four clubs by the Nairobi County Government to operate are unlawful and illegal.
A mandatory injunction has been issued against the Nairobi County Government compelling it to revoke all liquor licenses issued to the four clubs.
However, the court has issued a stay of execution of the said orders for a period of 30 days.
