June 05
Kenya: Local, International Organisations Launch Food Bank Initiative for Families Affected By Floods
In response to the recent floods in parts of the country, local and international organisations have launched a food bank initiative to provide relief to families affected by the… Read more »
May 27
Kenya: Coastal Counties Have No Power to Ban Muguka
Senate Majority Leader Aaron Cheruyoit has poked holes on the contentious ban on the transport, sale, and consumption of muguka in the Coastal region. Read more »
May 21
Kenya: Extreme Winds Blow Off Roofs At the Coast
The Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) has reported extreme winds in various parts of the Coastal region of Kenya linked to Tropical Storm IALY with roofs blown off and electric poles… Read more »
May 15
Kenya: Britam Fastrack Climate Insurance in Wake of Climate Change Risks
In the face of mounting climate change challenges, the insurance industry in Kenya is stepping up its efforts to mitigate associated risks and bolster resilience. Read more »
May 19
Kenya: Ministry of Health Urges Action to Protect Students Amid Floods and Heavy Rains
The Ministry of Health has called on school administrators and management boards to take immediate action to safeguard children's health and safety amid ongoing heavy rains and… Read more »
May 16
Kenya: Meteorologists Issue Heavy Rain Forecast For Nairobi, Central Highlands
The Kenya Meteorological Department has issued a heavy rain advisory in Central Highlands including Nairobi, Western Kenya and parts of Northwestern Kenya. Read more »
May 14
Kenya: Kenya Red Cross Launches Joint Appeal With ODM for Donations to Help Flood Victims
The Kenya Red Cross has issued an urgent appeal for support from Kenyans and well-wishers to aid the victims of recent devastating floods caused by intense rains across the… Read more »
May 15
Kenya: Kimende Escarpment Declared Danger Zone Following Landslide
The Kenya Red Cross has declared the Kimende escarpment a danger zone following a landslide that struck the area on Tuesday night. Read more »
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: 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 »