Govt: 37 Dead, 11 missing in Elgeyo Marakwet mudslide
By Ascah Mwango, November 8, 2025The government has confirmed that the death toll from the devastating mudslide in Elgeyo Marakwet County has risen to 37, with 11 people still missing.
In the latest update issued on Friday, November 7, 2025, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura said the government continues to coordinate multi-agency rescue, recovery, humanitarian, and resettlement efforts in the affected areas.
“The Government continues to coordinate the multi-agency rescue, recovery, humanitarian support and resettlement efforts in Elgeyo Marakwet County,” Mwaura stated.
He said nine Mudslide Affected Persons (MAPs) are still hospitalised and are receiving medical and psychosocial support. Search and recovery teams remain on the ground, working around the clock to locate those still unaccounted for.
Mwaura also commended residents, community groups, and partners who have mobilised donations and relief supplies for displaced families.
“Yesterday, under the leadership of Governor Jonathan Bii Chelilim, donations and food supplies generously mobilised by residents, community groups, and partners, including the Wareng Power House team, were dispatched to the affected families. The Government acknowledges and appreciates this strong display of national solidarity and shared compassion during this difficult time,” he said.
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The government has urged members of the public to exercise caution as moderate to heavy rainfall continues over parts of Western Kenya, the Central Highlands, and the Rift Valley.
“Moderate to heavy rainfall is expected to continue over parts of Western Kenya, the Central Highlands, and the Rift Valley, with increased risk of localised flooding and landslides, particularly in areas where soils are already saturated,” Mwaura cautioned.
He advised residents to avoid crossing flooded areas, drive carefully, and seek safe shelter during thunderstorms.
“Residents in wet areas should guard against vector-borne diseases, while those in drier regions are encouraged to protect against respiratory infections,” he added.
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that the ongoing rains could trigger more landslides and flash floods, particularly in highland regions. Several families have been displaced in Chesongoch, one of the hardest-hit areas in Elgeyo Marakwet, where entire homes were swept away by the raging mud and debris.
Rescue teams comprising the Kenya Red Cross, the National Police Service, and the Kenya Defence Forces are continuing recovery operations amid difficult terrain and heavy rainfall. Roads remain impassable in parts of the county, further complicating relief efforts.
Mwaura reaffirmed the government’s commitment to helping affected communities rebuild their lives.
“The Government remains committed to supporting affected families, sustaining rescue and recovery operations, and coordinating long-term stabilisation and rehabilitation measures in partnership with County Governments, humanitarian organisations, and community stakeholders,” he said.
