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Kenya: Flood Death Toll Hits 289 As 100 Schools Remain Shut
Capital FM, 14 May 2024
The death toll from severe weather in the nation has climbed to 289 casualties, as revealed by the Interior and Ministry on Tuesday. Read more »
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Kenya: Schools Re-Open Today After Two Postponements
Capital FM, 13 May 2024
Learning in most public schools nationwide is set to resume for the second term Monday after two postponements occasioned by flooding. Read more »
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East Africa: Kenya Floods Prompts Calls for Warning Systems
SciDev.Net, 10 May 2024
Kenya's worst flooding in decades highlights the urgent need for more robust mitigation efforts, including flood risk maps and early warning systems, say climate scientists. Read more »
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Kenya: Death Toll From Flooding in Kenya Rises to 267
New Times, 11 May 2024
At least 267 people have been killed by flooding and landslides caused by heavy rains in Kenya since mid-March, the government said on Friday. Read more »
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savethechildren_uk, 10 May 2024
A report released by the Ministry of Education this week has shown the extent of damage caused to schools - as well as health facilities and homes - by raging floods that have… Read more »
Schools Open After Floods Kill Hundreds of Kenyans
President William Ruto has pledged government support for families affected by floods in various parts of Kenya, expressing regret over the loss of life and property caused by the natural disaster.
During a visit to Mathare, Nairobi, Ruto announced financial aid of U.S.$75 for each affected household to seek alternative accommodation for three months, with priority given to 40,000 households in Nairobi for affordable housing. He attributed the situation to climate change and urged increased tree planting nationwide, reiterating the government's commitment to planting 15 billion trees in a decade.
Floods continue to wreak havoc across Kenya, with the death toll reaching 228 and over 227,000 people affected since March. Rescue efforts are underway in various regions using helicopters, boats, and the help of government agencies and NGOs.
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Kenya: KNUT Urges Case-Specific Reopening of Schools Citing Flood Risks
Capital FM, 9 May 2024
The Kenya National Union of Primary Teachers (KNUT) has called for a case-by-case approach to reopening primary and secondary schools for the second term citing flooding risks. Read more »
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Kenya: Kenya Floods - As the Costs Add Up Pressure Mounts On a Country in Economic Crisis
The Conversation Africa, 9 May 2024
There were early warnings that Kenya's long rain season - between March and May - was going to bring above-normal rainfall. The extreme intensity of the rain has resulted in… Read more »
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Kenya: 'This Flood Has Caused a Massive Shift' - Surviving in Kenya's Slums
African Arguments, 7 May 2024
Washington Mboya, an environmentalist in Nairobi, describes the effects of and response to the devastating floods in the city's poorest areas. Read more »
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Kenya: All Schools to Be Re-Opened On Monday
Capital FM, 8 May 2024
President William Ruto has ordered the re-opening of all schools on Monday. Read more »
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Kenya: Kenya Railways Resumes Normal Commuter Train Services After Floods
Capital FM, 7 May 2024
The Kenya Railways (KR) has announced the resumption of commuter train services on four routes that had halted operations due to floods. Read more »
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Tanzania: Kenya and Tanzania Face 'Humanitarian Crisis' Amid Disastrous Floods
RFI, 6 May 2024
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 »
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Kenya: Govt Spokesperson Safe After Weather-Induced Emergency Landing
Capital FM, 8 May 2024
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has assured of his safety following an emergency helicopter landing on Tuesday triggered by bad weather. Read more »
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Kenya: Govt Bans Fishing, Swimming in the Kenyan Coastline Due to Extreme Weather
Capital FM, 7 May 2024
The government has banned fishing and swimming in the Kenya coastline due to extreme weather that is currently being recorded in the area. Read more »
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Kenya: 86 Families Ordered to Move Out of Ruiru Village in Kijabe
Capital FM, 7 May 2024
The government has directed 200 families in Rùirù village who live downstream Kijabe to vacate the area by 6pm today. Read more »
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Kenya: President Ruto Announces Sh10,000 Stipend for Displaced Households
Capital FM, 6 May 2024
President William Ruto says each of the 40,000 households displaced by the ongoing floods will receive a Sh10,000 stipend. Read more »
InFocus
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Flooding in the East and West of the continent; drought in the Southern and Horn of Africa; extreme heat and wildfires in the North and East; rising sea levels - the climate crisis ... Read more »
Kakuma refugee camp - UNHCR is coordinating with a range of partners to support refugee families impacted by flooding. Core relief items were distributed today and we continue to monitor the situation to ensure refugees are safe.
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Kenya: Govt to Support All Families Affected By Floods
Capital FM, 6 May 2024
The government will support all families affected by floods in various parts of the country, President William Ruto has said. Read more »
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Kenya: USAID Launches $6m Program for Climate Resilience Efforts in Kenya
VOA, 6 May 2024
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 »
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Kenya: Climate Crisis Has Reached Catastrophic Levels, CS Tuya Says
Capital FM, 7 May 2024
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 »
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Kenya: Govt Sets Aside Sh1bn for Reconstruction of Schools Damaged By Floods
Capital FM, 6 May 2024
The government has set aside Sh1 billion for the countrywide re-construction of schools damaged by floods. Read more »
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Kenya: Health Ministry Intensifies Efforts to Combat Disease Spread Amid Heavy Rains
Capital FM, 6 May 2024
The Ministry of Health Ministry remains vigilant in curbing disease spread during the heavy rainy season, focusing on high-risk counties nationwide. Read more »
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Kenya: Rescue Teams Turn to Choppers and Speed Boats Evacuate Flood Victims
Capital FM, 6 May 2024
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 »
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Kenya: Nairobi to Experience Water Rationing Despite Heavy Rains
Capital FM, 6 May 2024
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 »
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6 May 2024
President Ruto Visits Flood-Devastated Mathare in Nairobi
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As floods continue to wreak havoc across Kenya, with the death toll reaching 228 and over 227,000 people affected since March, President ... see more »
Kakuma refugee camp: The UNHCR is coordinating with partners to support refugee families impacted by flooding. Core relief items were distributed today and we continue to monitor the situation to ensure refugees are safe.
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East Africa: UN Support Continues Amid Heavy Rains, Severe Floods and Cyclone Threat
UN News, 3 May 2024
The United Nations and partners continue to support authorities across East Africa as the region braces for more of the heavy rains and severe flooding that have reportedly killed… Read more »
InFocus
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Kenyan authorities have faced criticism from Human Rights Watch for their inadequate response to flash floods caused by heavy rains, resulting in at least 170 deaths, displac Read more »
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Heavy rains continue to batter Kenya, causing widespread devastation and displacing residents across the country. In the hard-hit North Rift region, floodwaters have ... Read more »
