Unsung Heroes: Keeping Kisumu, Kenya’s Cleanest City Sparkling

Kisumu has been named Kenya’s cleanest city — but behind the sparkling streets and spotless sidewalks lies the untold story of its unsung heroes. This video takes you into the Kisumu Waste Pickers Welfare Association, a vibrant community of over 350 members of youth, single mothers, and reformed individuals who are transforming lives through waste collection and recycling. From Obunga to Nyalenda, witness how these waste warriors turn plastic into dignity while contributing to environmental sustainability. With support from Shack Dwellers International under the VCA programme, this grassroots movement proves that community-led efforts can create cleaner, greener cities.