May 07
Kenya: 86 Families Ordered to Move Out of Ruiru Village in Kijabe
Capital FM
The government has directed 200 families in Rùirù village who live downstream Kijabe to vacate the area by 6pm today. Read more »
Kenya: King Charles III Sends Solidarity Message to President Ruto After Floods Tragedy
Capital FM
King Charles III has sent President William Ruto a solidarity message amid devastating floods. Read more »
Ghana: Prepare for More Rains in the Coming Days - Ghana Meteorological Agency Warns
Accra Times
The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued a warning to the public regarding an anticipated increase in rainfall across the country's southern region. The advice follows the… Read more »
Kenya: Climate Crisis Has Reached Catastrophic Levels, CS Tuya Says
Capital FM
Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya has said the climate crisis facing the country, characterised by heavy rainfall and resultant flooding… Read more »
Nigeria: Despite Flooded Streets, FCTA Says It Is Prepared
Daily Trust
The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD) says it is well prepared against flooding in the territory. Read more »
Uganda: How Flooding, Landslides Are Soaking and Submerging Economy [opinion]
Nile Post
One of the most immediate economic impacts of flooding and landslides is the destruction of infrastructure such as roads, bridges, buildings, and utilities. Read more »
May 06
Rwanda: Now That Floods Have Come to Cities, Govts Will Be Forced to Act
New Times
Wild climatic swings, from sweltering heat and drought to relentless rain and floods, have become quite common lately. Climate experts warn that this pattern, where the wet season… Read more »
Africa: Are We Communicating Climate Change Wrong? Here Are Five Ways to Improve
UNDP
The way we communicate the issue has a different impact on different audiences Read more »
Tanzania: Kenya and Tanzania Face 'Humanitarian Crisis' Amid Disastrous Floods
RFI
The death toll from weeks of devastating rains and floods had risen to 228 in Kenya, as authorities in the country and in neighbouring Tanzania warned that there was no sign of a… Read more »
Kenya: President Ruto Announces Sh10,000 Stipend for Displaced Households
Capital FM
President William Ruto says each of the 40,000 households displaced by the ongoing floods will receive a Sh10,000 stipend. Read more »
East Africa: Uganda At Risk of Catastrophic Flooding As Kenya and Tanzania Struggle
Nile Post
The Leader of Opposition, Joel Ssenyonyi has called on the government to provide an update to Ugandans regarding their preparedness to prevent a potential climatic catastrophe… Read more »
Kenya: Rescue Teams Turn to Choppers and Speed Boats Evacuate Flood Victims
Capital FM
State-owned and private hired helicopter and speed boat are turning out to be the most preferred to save hundreds of people stranded by rising flood waters in in various parts of… Read more »
Kenya: USAID Launches $6m Program for Climate Resilience Efforts in Kenya
VOA
The United States Agency for International Development last week launched a $6 million program to support small businesses and financial institutions in northern Kenya that are… Read more »
São Tomé and Príncipe: Climate-Smart Road Rehab - a Crucial Upgrade for São Tomé and Príncipe [press release]
World Bank
The World Bank plays a critical role in transforming São Tomé and Príncipe's infrastructure by financing the Transport Sector Development and Coastal… Read more »
Malawi: Tanzania-Malawi Lake Dispute - Diplomat Chikago Suggests That Malawi Should Surrender the Lake's Northern Section
Nyasa Times
Former diplomat John Chikago has suggested that Malawi should relinquish the northern section of the lake as Tanzania cannot be stopped from using the waters. Read more »
Uganda: Alarming Number of Premature Deaths Linked to Air Pollution, Nema Warns
Nile Post
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has expressed deep concern about the alarming number of premature deaths attributed to air pollution. Read more »
Kenya: Turkwel Dam Safe Despite Heavy Rains - KVDA
Capital FM
The Kerio Valley Development Authority(KVDA) has assured that the Turkwel dam is safe despite the heavy rains and floods that are ongoing in the country. Read more »
Kenya: 'Do Not Lower Guard, Despite Sunshine' Authorities Warn
Capital FM
The Kenya Meteorological Services says there is an elevated risk of moderate to heavy rainfall for much of the city. Read more »
South Africa: Under-Threat Cape Wild Horses Returned to Their Wetland Home
Daily Maverick
After many months of planning the free-roaming herd near Hermanus has been safely moved back to its original home near the Bot River estuary. Read more »
Uganda: Urgent Repairs for Karuma Bridge
Nile Post
Heavy rains have revealed a hidden threat on a vital Ugandan artery - the Karuma Bridge. Though no surface cracks were found, the Uganda National Roads Authority (UNRA) discovered… Read more »
Kenya: Govt Sets Aside Sh1bn for Reconstruction of Schools Damaged By Floods
Capital FM
The government has set aside Sh1 billion for the countrywide re-construction of schools damaged by floods. Read more »
South Africa: Water-Starved Ethekwini Families Are Being Charged for 'Free' Municipal Water
GroundUp
Private contractor is selling water out of trucks Read more »
Kenya: UN-Avenue in Runda Closed Due to Flooding
Capital FM
The ongoing floods in Nairobi have prompted the urban roads regulator's decision to close some roads. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi to Experience Water Rationing Despite Heavy Rains
Capital FM
The Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC) has announced that there will be significant water rationing in different parts of the city due to a reduced water supply that… Read more »
Nigeria: NiMet Forecasts 3-Day Sunshine, Haziness From Monday
Vanguard
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has predicted sunshine and haziness from Monday to Wednesday across the country. Read more »