Floods calamity: Death toll rises to 278 after one person dies in 24 hours
One person died from flood-related incidences over the last 24 hours, bringing the death toll to 278, Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has announced. Addressing the press on Monday, May 13, 2024, Mwaura stated that the recent flooding still ongoing in various parts of the country has affected 411,825 people. He also noted that the floods […]
Floods calamity: 1,000 households displaced in Baringo County
A 1,000 households have been displaced in Baringo County due to floods caused by heavy torrential rains in the country. Kenya Red Cross says that on top of nature’s fury, there has been a longstanding conflict in the region. In a statement, the humanitarian authority says the community has to endure the double-edged crisis now […]
Section of Nairobi Bound Lanes along Kenol – Sagana Road closed
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced the closure of a section of Nairobi Bound Lanes along the Kenol-Sagana (A2) Road. KeNHA said the closure is due to heavy rains causing debris to fall from the back slope of the road section at the Mugetho area. The highway authority expressed regret over the necessity […]
Ruto declares May 10 public holiday
President William Ruto has declared May 10, 2024, a public holiday. The decision comes amidst the ongoing heavy rains leading to devastating floods and loss of lives. Speaking during a meeting with grassroots leaders from Laikipia North and Kajiado Central at State House on Wednesday, May 8, President Ruto said the day will be for […]
Runda residents form crisis committee after homes get marooned by floods
Residents of Runda have united to form a crisis committee in an etch to address the flooding situation that has left families marooned in their homes and roads impassable. Speaking to CNN‘s Larry Madowo, Isaac Gitoho, an engineer and former chairman of the Runda Association said eight areas within the upscale neighbourhood have been flooded. […]
Garissa County most affected by floods with 16,883 peòple displaced
16,883 have been forcibly displaced from their homes in Garissa County in the wake of heavy relentless rains lashing most parts of the country. Confirming the statistics on Monday, May 6, the Kenya Red Cross has said Garissa is the hardest hit with 550 households displaced in 11 camps at at Hyuga Girls Primary School. […]
Ruto pledges 10K each for 40K displaced households in Nairobi
President William Ruto has announced a pledge of Ksh10,000 to every household in Nairobi affected by flooding, aiming to assist them in securing alternative accommodation. Speaking in the Kiamaiko area of Mathare slums on Monday, April 6, 2024, Ruto emphasized the government’s commitment to supporting displaced families during this challenging time. “Households elfu arubaini hapa […]