The image depicts an informal settlement in Nairobi, Kenya, situated along a heavily polluted river or stream

The image depicts an informal settlement in Nairobi, Kenya, situated along a heavily polluted river or stream. The foreground and middle ground are dominated by a dark, shallow watercourse almost entirely obscured by a dense accumulation of solid waste. This refuse includes plastic bags, bottles, fabric, general household debris, and organic matter, forming a thick, continuous layer. A large, grey concrete pipe segment lies partially submerged on the left bank, surrounded by the debris. On both banks, especially rising into the background, numerous informal structures, or shacks, are visible. These are constructed from various salvaged materials, primarily corrugated metal sheets, scrap wood, and tarpaulins. Some structures feature distinct elements, such as bright blue painted wooden fronts on the left side. In the mid-ground, on the right bank, one individual wearing a blue garment is visible standing near the structures. Further to the right, a cluster of yellow jerrycans is present. The terrain is uneven, with muddy ground and sparse vegetation in areas not covered by waste. In the distant background, higher ground with more substantial, lighter-colored buildings indicates a different part of the city.