About Us

Who We Are

Our Story

Pangani Cleaners Self-Help Group is a community-based organization established in 1997 with a mission to improve environmental health and livelihoods through sustainable waste management. Based in Nakuru, the group has grown into a trusted provider of waste collection and environmental services, serving households, businesses, and institutions across Pangani, Lakeview, and surrounding neighbourhoods.

Through years of grassroots experience, Pangani Cleaners has developed a strong community presence, working closely with residents to promote cleaner, safer, and more sustainable environments.

Our Mission

To provide efficient, sustainable, and community-driven waste management solutions that promote environmental conservation, improve public health, and create economic opportunities for waste pickers.

Our Vision

To be a leading model of inclusive and sustainable waste management in Kenya, transforming communities through innovation, environmental stewardship, and social empowerment.

Our Core Values

🔹 Sustainability

We are committed to environmentally responsible practices that reduce waste and promote recycling.

🔹 Community Empowerment

We believe in creating opportunities that uplift waste pickers and strengthen local communities.

🔹 Integrity

We operate with transparency, accountability, and honesty in all our activities.

🔹 Professionalism

We deliver our services with efficiency, respect, and high standards of quality.

🔹 Innovation

We embrace modern approaches and technologies to improve waste management systems.

🔹 Safety

We prioritize the health and well-being of our workers and the communities we serve.

Our Story

Founded as a self-help group to address growing waste challenges in Pangani, the organization began with small-scale waste collection efforts driven by community need. Over time, it expanded its operations and built partnerships that enabled it to improve service delivery and impact.

Today, Pangani Cleaners is part of a transformative initiative under the Strengthening Civil Society Engagement for a Just and Sustainable Urbanization (SCEJU) Project, supported by the European Union. Through the Nakuru Sustainable Solid Waste Empowerment Project, the group is scaling its work by integrating modern systems, enhancing recycling capacity, and empowering waste pickers with skills and resources.

What We Do

We provide integrated waste management services including household waste collection, transportation, sorting, recycling, and environmental clean-up. Our work goes beyond service delivery to include training, capacity building, and community awareness aimed at promoting sustainable waste practices.

By combining practical experience with structured systems, we are building a model that supports both environmental sustainability and economic inclusion.

Our Impact

Our work contributes to cleaner neighbourhoods, improved public health, and increased recycling rates. More importantly, it creates dignified livelihoods for waste pickers by equipping them with skills, protective equipment, and opportunities for growth.

Through partnerships and community engagement, we are helping to build a more resilient and sustainable urban environment in Nakuru.

Our Partners

This project is implemented with support from the European Union under the SCEJU Project, alongside collaboration with local stakeholders and community members. These partnerships enable us to expand our reach, strengthen our systems, and deliver lasting impact.