May 14
Kenya: Flood Death Toll Hits 289 As 100 Schools Remain Shut
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 »
May 13
Kenya: Schools Re-Open Today After Two Postponements
Learning in most public schools nationwide is set to resume for the second term Monday after two postponements occasioned by flooding. Read more »
May 09
Kenya: KNUT Urges Case-Specific Reopening of Schools Citing Flood Risks
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 »
May 08
Kenya: All Schools to Be Re-Opened On Monday
President William Ruto has ordered the re-opening of all schools on Monday. Read more »
May 07
Kenya: Govt Bans Fishing, Swimming in the Kenyan Coastline Due to Extreme Weather
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 »
Kenya: 86 Families Ordered to Move Out of Ruiru Village in Kijabe
The government has directed 200 families in Rùirù village who live downstream Kijabe to vacate the area by 6pm today. Read more »
Kenya: Climate Crisis Has Reached Catastrophic Levels, CS Tuya Says
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 »
May 06
Kenya: 'Do Not Lower Guard, Despite Sunshine' Authorities Warn
The Kenya Meteorological Services says there is an elevated risk of moderate to heavy rainfall for much of the city. Read more »
May 05
Kenya: British High Commission Offers Sh140mn for Kenya Flood Relief Efforts
The British High Commission in Nairobi Nairobi has offered KES 140 million for flood relief efforts in Kenya, responding to the rising death toll of 220. Read more »
May 03
Kenya: Get Ready, Nairobi! Weatherman Sounds Alarm for Heavy Rain Friday
The Kenya Meteorological Department on Friday cautioned residents of the Nairobi metropolitan area about the likelihood of "heavy to very heavy rainfall" and advised exercising… Read more »
May 02
Kenya: 56pc Want County Govts to Oversee Flood Response Efforts
A just released survey by the Trends and Insights For Africa (TOFA) shows that 37 percent of Kenyans feel it is the responsibility of Governors and their County Governments to… Read more »
May 01
Kenya: Pope Francis Offers Prayers for Kenya Amid Devastating Floods
Pope Francis has expressed solidarity with Kenya as floods wreak havoc, claiming numerous lives. Read more »
Kenya: More Heavy Rainfall Predicted Amid Deaths and Destruction
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that the heavy rains are likely to persist for the entire month of May, raising fears of more devastating effects in the coming days. Read more »
April 29
Kenya: Nazir Jinnah Proposes Loan Moratorium to Ease Financial Strain Among Businesses Affected By Ongoing Floods
Businessman Nazir Jinnah has called on the Government to move with speed and alleviate the suffering of Kenyans affected by the ongoing heavy rains. Read more »
Kenya: Kihika Announces Medical Bill Waiver for Victims of Mai Mahiu Dam Tragedy
Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika has announced waiver on medical bills for victims of Mai Mahiu dam tragedy. Read more »
Kenya: 10 Bodies Pulled Out in Mai Mahiu Dam Tragedy
Ten bodies have been pulled out in ongoing search after the Mai Mahiu dam tragedy. Read more »
April 27
Kenya: 'Stop Risking Your Lives By Driving During Flooding'
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has urged members of the public to exercise cation and avoid risking their lives by driving through or walking in moving waters. Read more »
Kenya: City Hall Waives Building Renovations Fees in Response to Floods
The Nairobi County Government has waived statutory fees for renovations and repair of buildings due flood related destruction as a move to augment flood response. Read more »
Kenya: Flood Alert As Masinga Dam Overflows
The Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority(TARDA) has urged residents to exercise vigilance following the overflowing of the Masinga dam due to heavy rains. Read more »
Kenya: Nairobi Red Cross Appeals for Donations As Flooding Displaces Hundreds
The Kenya Red Cross - Nairobi has called out for food and nonfood contributions to the families affected by floods in different parts of the city. Read more »
Kenya: New Storm Water Warning for Counties and Companies
The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has urged county governments to clear storm drains of material hindering the free flow of rainwater and receiving flowing water… Read more »
April 25
Kenya: Govt Orders Search And Rescue Operations As Death Toll Rises From Flood
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has directed the National Police Service (NPS) to initiate extensive search and rescue operations nationwide in response to ongoing flood… Read more »
April 24
Kenya: Kenya Railways Suspends Commuter Services Following Heavy Rains
The Kenya Railways company has suspended commuter train services in the city following heavy rains that has led of flooding in various parts of the country. Read more »
April 21
Kenya: Kenya Red Cross On High Alert As Estates, Roads Flood in Nairobi
The Kenya Red Cross has mobilized tactical teams to aid in search and rescue efforts in various parts of Nairobi affected by Saturday's heavy rainfall. Read more »
April 17
Kenya: Govt Lists 17 Counties At Risk of Flooding, Evacuation Orders Likely
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has said the government is likely to order evacuations in seventeen counties at high risk of flooding in an early-warning alert issued… Read more »