April 29
Kenya: Kenyans Attempting to Cross Flooded Areas to Be Charged With Attempted Suicide - CS Kindiki
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki now says any Kenyan who attempts to cross a flooded area will be charged with attempted suicide. Read more »
Kenya: Kenya Airways Suspends Flights to Kinshasa Over Detention of Staff
Kenya Airways has suspended its flights to Kinshasa over what it terms as 'continued detention' of its staff. Read more »
Kenya: Chiefs to Take Personal Responsibility for Foreigners Obtaining Kenya IDs
Immigration and Citizen Services Principal Secretary Julius Bitok says chiefs will now be required to take responsibility for foreigners obtaining National Identity Cards in their… Read more »
Kenya: 12 People Killed in IED Explosion in Elwak Town, Mandera
At least 12 people were killed Monday following an Improvised Explosive Device (IED) in Elwak Town, Mandera. 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: President Ruto Calls for Increased Concessional Funding From World Bank
President William Ruto has led African heads of State and government in calling for increased concessional funding from the World Bank's International Development Association… Read more »
Kenya: Mai Mahiu-Narok Road Closed After Severe Crack Occurs
The Mai Mahiu - Narok road has been closed temporarily after a severe crack caused by flash floods occured. Read more »
Kenya: Sakaja Pays Bus Fare for Stranded Students in Nairobi After Schools Reopening Postponed
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja on Monday paid bus fare for all stranded students in Nairobi termini following the postponement of schools reopening. Read more »
Kenya: Ngetich Eyes Olympics Glory After Narrow Miss On World Record in Germany
After missing out on the world record for the women's 10km, Kenya's Agnes Ngetich says her next mission is to win a medal at this summer's Olympic Games in Paris. Read more »
Kenya: Former Bomas of Kenya CEO Koria Charged With Procurement-Related Irregularities
Former Bomas of Kenya Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bomas of Kenya Peter Koria has denied seven graft charged leveled against him by Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission… Read more »
Kenya: Monarch Insurance Ordered to Pay Two Joint Creditors Sh2.4mn Claim
Monarch Insurance Company Limited has been ordered to pay Sh2.5 million as claim payments to its joint creditors. 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 »
Kenya: School Reopening Pushed to May 6 Amid Devastating Floods in Kenya
Schools reopening for the second term has been postponed for a week until May 6 following the devastating effects caused by the ongoing rains in Kenya. Read more »
Kenya: Etihad Airways Resumes Direct Flights to Nairobi
Etihad Airways is resuming flights to East Africa with daily flights to Nairobi set to start on May 1. Read more »
Kenya: Rescue Operations for Garissa Boat Victims Set to Resume
Efforts to locate and rescue passengers who are still missing following the capsizing of a boat in Garissa, are set to resume on Monday. Read more »
Kenya: Houses Swept Away in Mai Mahiu After Dam Breaks Banks
A major search and rescue operation is underway in Mai Mahiu after a nearby river broke its banks due to flash floods affecting Kamuchiri Village. Read more »
April 28
Kenya: Over 20 Feared Dead As Boat Capsizes in Garissa
A tragic boat capsizing on the Garissa - Madogo road late Sunday has left over 20 feared dead. 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: Households in Flood-Prone Areas Urged to Vacate
National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula has urge people living on river banks to vacate to avoid disaster caused by flooding at a time when heavy rains are pounding the country. Read more »
Kenya: Public Prosecutor Summons Ex-Navy Officers for Rehearing of Desertion Case
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has issued a notice to former Kenya Navy Officers convicted by a Court Martial for Desertion of Duty, urging them to submit… 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 26
Kenya: Anti-Counterfeit Body Intensifies Fight Against Illicit Trade
The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) is in the process of implementing varied methods to fight trade in illicit goods that costs Kenya upwards of Sh40 billion annually. Read more »