Environmental compliance work, delivered to full satisfaction.

Safaricom operates over five thousand Base Transceiver Station sites across Kenya. Mazingira Limited has carried out environmental, occupational safety and health, and fire safety audits across its BTS sites, Mobile Switching Centres, shops and offices — combining document review, on-site inspection, staff interviews and onsite measurement of EMF, air quality, noise and generator emission levels, alongside water and soil sampling in NEMA-accredited laboratories.

Baseline data collection and generator emission level measurement during audit study

American Towers Limited operates BTS sites countrywide. Mazingira Limited has performed Environmental and Social Impact Assessment and environmental audits of its facilities through data collection, stakeholder consultation, onsite EMF/air quality/noise/generator emission measurement, water sampling in NEMA-accredited labs, and procurement of EIA licences for ATC facilities and BTS sites.

EMF level and noise level measurements during EA process

Sealtowers Limited holds a Tier 2 CAK Network Facilities Provider licence for tower infrastructure nationwide. Mazingira Limited's services included acquisition of new sites through landlord negotiation, renewal of existing site leases, property inspection and valuation, official searches and maps, KCAA heights approval, County physical planning and development approval, and ESIA / EIA licensing for BTS sites.

EMF level measurements and public consultation during the assignment

As Safaricom expanded its network to accommodate rising subscriber numbers, Mazingira Limited carried out ESIA for data centres, care centres, mobile switching centres, office buildings and BTS sites countrywide, through literature review, questionnaire-based data collection, stakeholder consultation, onsite EMF/air quality/noise measurement, water sampling, and EIA licence procurement.

EMF level measurements and public consultation during the assignment

With the Mwache Dam scheme years from completion, CWSB sought short-term measures to relieve dramatic water shortages in Likoni by maximising output from the Tiwi wellfield. Mazingira Limited carried out feasibility and ESIA data collection, prepared ESIA and Resettlement Action Plan reports, and monitored ESMP implementation during construction.

Sections of Tiwi boreholes earmarked for rehabilitation and improvement

The Lower Nzoia Irrigation Scheme, financed under Kenya's Water Security and Climate Resilience Project, aims to revitalise agriculture across Siaya and Busia Counties. Sub-contracted by main contractor Sinohydro, Mazingira Limited handled EIA data collection for sub-projects (quarries, borrow pits, camps), ESMP review, daily site inspections, water sampling, staff training, grievance redress and progress reporting.

Lower Nzoia Irrigation Project water intake point and construction work at the site

Nowata SEZ Kenya Limited distributes metallurgical reagents, including sodium cyanide, to the mining sector and is an ICMI production signatory requiring rigorous, independently audited warehousing. Mazingira Limited carried out ESIA through data collection, stakeholder consultation, baseline air quality and noise measurement, water and soil sampling, and EIA licence procurement.

Nairobi Gate Special Economic Zone in Ruiru Sub County, Kiambu County, project location

Agventure Limited promotes regenerative agriculture and operates a certified seed production platform in Rongai Sub County. Mazingira Limited carried out EIA data collection for main works and sub-projects, decommissioning plan input, stakeholder consultation, onsite air quality/noise/generator emission monitoring, ESMP review, site inspections and progress reporting.

Location of the seed cleaning plant and public consultation during the audit

Angama Amboseli sits within a private wildlife sanctuary known for its resident 'Super Tuskers'. Mazingira Limited carried out EIA data collection, decommissioning planning, stakeholder consultation, onsite environmental monitoring, ESMP review, daily site inspections, grievance redress, staff training and progress reporting throughout construction.

Constructed Angama Lodge and public participation event during the ESIA process

Co-financed by AFD, EIB and the EU-AITF and sub-contracted through ISEP Limited, Mazingira Limited carried out the Strategic Environmental Assessment component of the Kisumu Water Resources and Wastewater Master Plan, integrating environmental considerations into plan-level decision-making.

Kajulu water treatment plant that serves part of Kisumu city

Safaricom Digital City aimed to connect major commercial areas to high-speed fibre networks, starting with Nairobi. Mazingira Limited carried out EIA data collection, stakeholder consultation, baseline noise and air quality measurement, water sampling, and procured the project's EIA licence.

Baseline EMF level measurements and public consultation exercise during the assignment

As part of a Joint Venture led by JED Nyaseme and Associates, Mazingira Limited served as environmental experts for eight Technical Training Institutes — Bureti, Siala, Godoma, Aldai, Mukuruwe-Ini, Tseikuru, Wajir and Butere — handling ESIA data collection, decommissioning planning, ESMP review, site inspections, staff training and progress reporting.

Proposed Godoma College sign post and public meeting at one of the sites

Working with the Giaki target community under the Community Project Cycle framework, Mazingira Limited led technology selection, capacity building for the CBO management committee, topographical survey, Bills of Quantities and design drawings — using participatory methodologies including PRA and RRA throughout.

Proposed intake for the project and community training during the assignment

Mazingira Limited guided Waumini SACCO's Katani water project from feasibility through design, tender documentation, contractor procurement and construction supervision — including topographical survey, scheme design, EIA data collection, ESMP review, site inspections and progress reporting across the project's three phases.

Waumini SACCO society members during project inauguration and the installed storage tank

Between 2007 and 2016, Mazingira Limited supported Sentrim's properties — including Mara Lodge, Amboseli, Elementaita Resort and Castle Royal Hotel — with EIAs for new developments and ongoing environmental, health and safety, and fire safety audits, combining structured surveys, literature review, public consultation and precise onsite environmental measurement.

Entrance to Sentrim Amboseli and Sentrim Mara lodges

New Yala Dairy Cooperative provides market access and processing for smallholder dairy farmers. Mazingira Limited carried out ESIA for the plant's expansion through structured surveys, literature review, active stakeholder consultation and environmental measurement of noise, air quality, dust and water quality.

New Yala Dairy Cooperative building and yoghurt ready for sale

Kasas Limited provides charter and contract air support to NGOs, the oil and gas sector, and multinational corporations from Wilson Airport. Mazingira Limited's ESIA combined structured surveys, literature review, consultation with airport stakeholders and local communities, and onsite environmental measurement.

Consultation of company directors and the proposed site for the hangar

Ericsson executed major network rollouts for Econet Wireless (Yu) and the newly privatised Telkom Kenya (Orange). As retained environmental consultants, Mazingira Limited carried out EIA and procured licences for over 300 BTS sites, through literature review, stakeholder consultation, EMF/air quality/noise measurement and water sampling.

Constructed BTS site and public consultation during the study

Sika East Africa manufactures waterproofing, flooring, sealing and concrete products at its Nairobi factory. Mazingira Limited's audits covered planning and scoping, document and site review, staff interviews, evidence analysis against regulatory standards, and onsite measurement of air quality, noise, temperature, light and generator emissions.

Sika East Africa premises and noise level measurement during the audit

To serve additional industrial units proposed under EPZA's Phase II programme, Mazingira Limited carried out ESIA for the new treatment plant and adjoining Leather Industrial Park, through literature review, stakeholder consultation, baseline noise and air quality measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

Existing EPZA WWTP and public consultation during the assessment

Fosroc proposed an industrial plant for liquid, powder and resin-based construction solutions in Nairobi's industrial area. Mazingira Limited carried out the EIA study and a subsequent environmental audit covering planning, document review, on-site inspection, evidence analysis and corrective action reporting.

Noise level measurement during commissioning of the industrial plant

The project involved drilling a roughly 250-metre borehole to recover continuous paleolake stratigraphic records from basins linked to important hominin fossil sites. Mazingira Limited carried out EIA through literature review, stakeholder consultation, baseline air quality and noise measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

Tugen Hills, the location of the project site, and public consultation during the audit

Laico Regency Hotel is a five-star property in central Nairobi with extensive wellness and business facilities. Mazingira Limited's audit assessed compliance with mitigation measures suggested in previous audits through planning, document review, site inspection, staff interviews and evidence analysis against regulatory standards.

Interviews with site personnel and primary data collection during the audit

The project rehabilitated six water pans, a borehole, a shallow well and an earth dam across Bomani and Mariekebuni Sub-Locations, alongside latrine construction and Water Users Association training. Mazingira Limited carried out ESIA through literature review, questionnaire-based data collection, stakeholder consultation, baseline measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

One of the tanks earmarked for rehabilitation and public consultation during the study

Platinum Packaging manufactures flexible packaging for the food, confectionery and industrial sectors across Eastern and Central Africa. Mazingira Limited's EIA covered literature review, questionnaire-based data collection, stakeholder consultation, baseline air quality and noise measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

Location of, and access road to, the project site

The development included parking, and solid waste and wastewater management infrastructure for a modern commercial centre in Malindi town. Mazingira Limited's EIA covered literature review, questionnaire-based data collection, stakeholder consultation, baseline measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

Project location and public consultation during the assignment

The South Coast Plaza development included a parking lot, bank, supermarket and lettable commercial outlets in the Diani area. Mazingira Limited's ESIA covered literature review, questionnaire-based data collection, stakeholder consultation, baseline measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

Project neighbourhood and public consultation during the assignment

Timber Makers supplies raw and treated hardwoods and softwoods and fabricates custom joinery from its Funzi Road premises. The project involved a new mezzanine floor and office repartitioning. Mazingira Limited's EIA covered literature review, stakeholder consultation, baseline measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

Stockpiles of timber and timber-cutting machine at the facility

Polythene Industries produces flexible packaging solutions for agriculture, food and industrial sectors. Mazingira Limited's EIA for the company's proposed basement-plus-three-storey building covered literature review, stakeholder consultation, baseline air quality and noise measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

Project location and access road to the site

The Ministry (now State Department for Immigration and Citizen Services) intended to construct an office complex for its Department of Immigration in Kilifi Township. Mazingira Limited's ESIA covered literature review, stakeholder consultation, baseline measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

Project site and neighbouring areas

ASL Limited supplies hardware, building materials and electrical products across Kenya. Mazingira Limited carried out EIA for both the Mombasa Road commercial building and the Kitengela housing project through literature review, stakeholder consultation, baseline measurement, water sampling and EIA licence procurement.

Project site and public consultation during the assignment

Under a short-term consultancy, Mazingira Limited carried out EIAs for three Building Design Consortium projects: a development for Kenya Safaris Limited in Diani Beach, a serviced apartment complex for the Bunatal family in Westlands, and a Sea Submarine Communications office block in Kileleshwa.

Project site and assessment of project site during the assignment

Under a short-term consultancy, Mazingira Limited carried out EIAs for six First Licentiate projects, including residential developments in Kangemi, Kaputiei-North, Karen, Zimmerman Estate, and two further residential projects in the Kerarapon area of Karen, Nairobi.

Project site and neighbouring areas

As sub-consultant to SGS Kenya Limited, Mazingira Limited carried out two residential EIAs and five environmental audits, including East Africa Portland Cement's factory and staff quarters, three quarry sites in Machakos and Kajiado, and a due diligence audit for Reckitt Benckiser East Africa.

East Africa Portland Cement factory and crushing plant at the quarry site