The image displays a severely polluted urban river flowing through an informal settlement in Nairobi, Kenya

The image displays a severely polluted urban river flowing through an informal settlement in Nairobi, Kenya. The dark, turbulent water of the river is extensively choked with accumulated solid waste, including various plastic containers, bags, textiles, and domestic refuse. Numerous refuse piles are visible both floating and caught on submerged debris, creating distinct blockages and causing rippling in the water's surface. The riverbanks are steep, eroded earth, partially covered with sparse, scrubby green vegetation and additional scattered litter. Above the right bank, an elevated informal settlement extends across the mid-ground and background. This settlement consists of numerous densely packed, makeshift structures constructed from corrugated metal sheets, timber, and fabric or tarpaulin materials. Patches of green trees and bushes are interspersed throughout the settlement, with a prominent wide-canopied tree visible on the right side of the ridge. A single street light pole stands to the left of this tree. The sky above is clear and light blue, indicating daylight conditions. No individuals, animals, or active interactions are visible within the frame.