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: King Charles III Sends Solidarity Message to President Ruto After Floods Tragedy
King Charles III has sent President William Ruto a solidarity message amid devastating floods. 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: President Ruto Announces Sh10,000 Stipend for Displaced Households
President William Ruto says each of the 40,000 households displaced by the ongoing floods will receive a Sh10,000 stipend. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Sets Aside Sh1bn for Reconstruction of Schools Damaged By Floods
The government has set aside Sh1 billion for the countrywide re-construction of schools damaged by floods. Read more »
Kenya: Turkwel Dam Safe Despite Heavy Rains - KVDA
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
The Kenya Meteorological Services says there is an elevated risk of moderate to heavy rainfall for much of the city. Read more »
Kenya: UN-Avenue in Runda Closed Due to Flooding
The ongoing floods in Nairobi have prompted the urban roads regulator's decision to close some roads. Read more »
May 05
Kenya: Thousands Displaced As Nyando River Bursts Submerging Homes
Thousands of families were displaced Sunday after River Nyando burst its banks. Read more »
Kenya: Death Toll Rises to 228 in Kenya Flood Tragedy
The death toll from the nationwide flood tragedy has now reached 228. Read more »
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 06
Kenya: Nairobi to Experience Water Rationing Despite Heavy Rains
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 »
Kenya: Rescue Teams Turn to Choppers and Speed Boats Evacuate Flood Victims
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 »
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 »
Kenya: 115 Camps Set Up in 19 Counties to Accommodate Those Displaced By Floods
The government has set 115 camps across 19 counties to accommodate those displaced by floods. 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: Authorities Warn of Temporary Road Closures in Nairobi Due to Floods
The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) on Wednesday announced the temporary closure of several roads in Nairobi due to overnight rains causing flooding. Read more »
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: Fuel Contamination Risk Leads to Closure of Flooded Petrol Stations in Nairobi
The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has directed retail fuel stations affected by flooding to temporarily cease operations due to the risk of fuel contamination. 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 »
Kenya: Kenya Red Cross Rescues 11 People Stranded in Kitengela Floods
Eleven people and a dog were rescued by the Kenya Red Cross in Kitengela on Wednesday morning as floodwaters marooned several homes. Read more »
April 30
Kenya: Move Out of Risk-Prone Areas, Cabinet Orders
President William Samoei Ruto this morning convened a Special Cabinet meeting to deliberate on additional measures required to mitigate the effects of the ongoing torrential rains… Read more »