December 19, 2023
Kenya: KeNHA Warns of Potential Flooding in Tana River as Waters Upstream Surge
The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has urged motorists and local around Tana River to exercise caution amid rising water water levels upstream due to ongoing rains. Read more »
Kenya: 6 More Flood-Related Deaths Reported, Toll Rises to 174
Six more deaths have been reported in the country in three days leading to Tuesday raising death toll to 174, despite the stabilizing flood situation in the country. Read more »
December 16, 2023
Kenya: Rainforest Alliance to Support Kenyan Coffee to Meet Global Standards
A Non-Governmental Organization ( NGO) has partnered with some cooperative societies affiliated to Gusii Coffee farmers Cooperative Union ( GCFCU) to boost coffee production and… Read more »
December 14, 2023
Kenya: Floodwaters Recede in Some Kenyan Counties, Monitoring Continues Amid Ongoing Rains'
The National El-Nino Emergency and Disaster Response Command Centre says floodwaters are gradually receding in Lamu, Tana River, and Garissa Counties, with no new cases reported in… Read more »
December 09, 2023
Kenya: Govt Issues Intense Rains, Storms Across Kenya From December 10
The government has issued a intense rain and storms alert in various parts of the country from tomorrow. Read more »
December 11, 2023
Kenya: Rice Farmers Counting Heavy Losses Due to Floods
Rice farmers within the West Kano Irrigation Scheme are staring at a Sh50 million loss after flood water marooned rice under farms. Read more »
December 10, 2023
Kenya: Govt Spokesman Mwaura Urges Kenyans to Avoid Night Travels, Unnecessary Trips Due to Heavy Rains
Government Spokesman Isaac Mwaura has urged Kenyans to avoid night travels and unnecessary trips due to the challenges posed by heavy rains which have rendered some roads… Read more »
December 08, 2023
Africa: Financial Expert Nazir Jinnah Urges African Businesses to Adapt to Climate Challenges in 2024
As the world confronts the relentless onslaught of climate change, Africa is not immune to its far-reaching consequences. Read more »
December 06, 2023
Kenya: Flood Related Death Toll at 165 After Five More People Killed
Five more people have died as a result of the ongoing floods caused by the El-Nino rains raising the death toll across the country to 165. Read more »
Kenya: Six More People Killed By Floods in Four Counties, Death Toll at 160, Mwaura Says
Six more deaths have been reported in the ongoing floods bringing the total fatalities across the country to 160. Read more »
December 05, 2023
Kenya: Coast, Central, Western, Lake Victoria Basin, Southeast Lowlands Set for Week-Long Rains, Isolated Storms
The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rains advisory at the Coast, Central, Western, Lake Victoria Basin and Southeast lowlands. Read more »
December 04, 2023
Kenya: Only 51 Govt Officials Cleared to Attend COP28
Statehouse Spokesperson Hussein Mohamed has clarified that the Kenyan government had legally cleared only 51 people to attend the COP28 UN climate talks in the United Arabs… Read more »
Kenya: Fatality Confirmed, 100 Households Submerged as River Voi Bursts Its Banks
A fatality has been recorded in floods after Voi River burst its banks. Read more »
Kenya: DP Gachagua to Launch Cash Transfer Disbursement for El Nino Victims in Garissa, Tana River Counties
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is on Monday slated to launch cash transfer disbursements to families affected by El Nino in Garissa and Tana River County. Read more »
Kenya: Search and Rescue Operation Underway After River Voi Bursts Banks
Kenya Red Cross officials and the public have launched search and rescue operations for families marooned by rising waters after Voi River burst its banks this morning. Read more »
December 02, 2023
Kenya: No Country Should Be Forced to Choose Between Its Development and Climate Action - Ruto
President William Ruto has called for an integrated global effort to support climate action, while warning against forcing any country to choose between development and climate… Read more »
December 03, 2023
Kenya: Residents Near Tana River Dams Urged to Relocated as Floods Risk Rises
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has issued a stern warning to residents living in proximity to Masinga, Kamburu, Kindaruma, Gitaru, and Kiambere Dams along the Tana… Read more »
December 01, 2023
Kenya: The Loss and Damage Fund Must Work for the Most Vulnerable
Dec 1 - the world convenes in Dubai for COP28, developing countries will be looking out for opportunities to massively scale up action against the "loss and damage" arising from… Read more »
November 30, 2023
Kenya: President Ruto Heading to Dubai for COP28
President William Ruto will on Thursday jet out of the country to Dubai for the 28th Conference of the Parties(COP) 28 to advocate for Kenya and Africa's climate change agenda. Read more »
Kenya: Govt to Disburse Sh625 Million to Kenyans Adversely Affected By the Ongoing Floods
Government will disburse Sh625.8 million to benefit 500,000 Kenyans in eight counties across the country affected by the ongoing flood situation. Read more »
Kenya: Kenyan Environmentalist Lamech Opiyo to Represent Youth Voices at COP28
In the face of escalating global climate challenges, Rotary International members are taking proactive steps to drive sustainable practices and contribute to vital discussions on… Read more »
November 29, 2023
Kenya: Homabay MPs Call for Government Assistance Following Raging Floods That Has Wrecked Havoc Across the Country
Homabay County Leaders have implored the government to fast-track humanitarian assistance to residents surrounding Lake Victoria who have been displaced by floods due to the… Read more »
November 28, 2023
Kenya: Govt Sets Up Command Post at Nyayo House to Coordinate Response to Floods
The government has established a Command Center for Flood Emergency Response and Communication at the National Disaster Operations Center in Nyayo House to document and report… Read more »
Kenya: How Can Govt Help You When You Risk Your Lives? Gachagua on Flood Related Deaths
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Tuesday attributed the current El Nino crisis in Kenya to inadequate infrastructural planning. Read more »
November 27, 2023
Kenya: KDF, NYS, Kenya Red Cross Airlift Medical Supplies, Relief Food to Flood-Hit Regions
State House Spokesman Mohamed Hussein says medical supplies, and other relief items have ben airlifted to flood-hit regions through Kenya Defense Forces(KDF). Read more »