Seven-hour heavy downpour in Mandera leaves a trail of destruction
  • Author: Adan Mohamed
  • Date: 2024-05-04 21:35:53

Seven-hour heavy downpour in Mandera leaves a trail of destruction

Over 153 households were displaced, with more than 120 toilets destroyed, raising concerns of potential waterborne diseases.

List of 138 camps to host 62,061 people evacuated from flood-prone areas
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-04 15:53:54

List of 138 camps to host 62,061 people evacuated from flood-prone areas

The list of the camps has been publicly displayed at the offices of the Assistant Chiefs, Chiefs, Assistant County Commissioners, Deputy County Commissioners and County Commissioners.

Isiolo floods: 1,000 families displaced, several schools and mosques marooned
  • Author: Waweru Wairimu
  • Date: 2024-05-04 15:18:41

Isiolo floods: 1,000 families displaced, several schools and mosques marooned

The facilities affected include seven schools and four mosques.

Kenya on high alert after classing 192 dams, water reservoirs as very risky
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-05-04 14:05:07

Kenya on high alert after classing 192 dams, water reservoirs as very risky

A 24-hour evacuation notice effective May 2, 2024, was issued to settlements in 33 counties within 178 of these facilities.

Avoid unnecessary travel, Kenyans told as heavy rains damage roads
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-05-04 13:15:20
Cyclone Hidaya hits coast of Tanzania, impact to be felt in Kenya
  • Author: Mary Wambui
  • Date: 2024-05-04 12:20:24

Cyclone Hidaya hits coast of Tanzania, impact to be felt in Kenya

Powerful winds at speeds exceeding 40 knots and significant ocean waves over two metres high are expected.

Kenya floods: Interior ministry says death toll now 219
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-04 11:08:09

Kenya floods: Interior ministry says death toll now 219

CS Kindiki's ministry further announced that 164 people had been reported injured while 72 were missing.

Kenya’s devastating floods expose decades of poor urban planning, land management
  • Author: The Conversation
  • Date: 2024-05-04 08:07:51

Kenya’s devastating floods expose decades of poor urban planning, land management

Death and destruction have occurred in several parts, a stark reminder of the persistent failure to keep abreast of the city’s rapid urbanisation needs.

Raila criticises government's handling of Nairobi demolitions, flood response
  • Author: Charity Kilei
  • Date: 2024-05-03 20:15:48

Raila criticises government's handling of Nairobi demolitions, flood response

Raila reiterated that the government should declare floods a national disaster to prompt proper mitigation efforts.

President Ruto issues more emergency response measures as floods death toll hits 210
  • Author: Barack Oduor
  • Date: 2024-05-03 16:01:09

President Ruto issues more emergency response measures as floods death toll hits 210

"No corner of our country has been spared from this havoc," Ruto said.

Gikomba traders count losses as government demolishes structures
  • Author: Abdirahman Khalif
  • Date: 2024-05-03 14:39:42

Gikomba traders count losses as government demolishes structures

The traders are angry with the government, accusing it of inadequate communication and a lack of options.

Ruto postpones reopening of all schools indefinitely
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-03 14:38:04

Ruto postpones reopening of all schools indefinitely

The initial school reopening date had been pushed from Monday, April 29 to Monday, May 6 this year. 

CS Machogu issues new directives to guide reopening of schools next week
  • Author: Amina Bonaya
  • Date: 2024-05-03 12:58:21

CS Machogu issues new directives to guide reopening of schools next week

CS Ezekiel Machogu directed parents to ensure that their children safely report to school on time.

Residents in Kitui Village, Pumwani ward remain stranded following house demolitions
  • Author: Charity Kilei
  • Date: 2024-05-03 12:21:32

Residents in Kitui Village, Pumwani ward remain stranded following house demolitions

Demolitions are currently ongoing at the site, with most of the inhabitants with nowhere to go. 

Reason for traffic disruption on Nairobi Expressway on Thursday
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-03 11:04:01

Reason for traffic disruption on Nairobi Expressway on Thursday

The heavy rains have rendered several roads in the city estates impassable and flooded since they began.

Floods: Death toll rises to 210 as 196,296 persons displaced by ongoing floods
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-03 08:37:21

Floods: Death toll rises to 210 as 196,296 persons displaced by ongoing floods

In response to the flooding impact, Interior CS Kithure Kindiki has highlighted that 115 camps have been set up across 19 Counties hosting 27,586 people.

Kwale residents warned against misusing treated mosquito nets
  • Author: Mishi Gongo
  • Date: 2024-05-03 08:19:14

Kwale residents warned against misusing treated mosquito nets

According to the deputy governor, the purpose of the mosquito nets is to shield locals from mosquito bites, which are the vector that spreads malaria.

Madaraka Nairobi-Mombasa train changes departure time from 10pm to midnight
  • Author: Maureen Kinyanjui
  • Date: 2024-05-03 07:16:06

Madaraka Nairobi-Mombasa train changes departure time from 10pm to midnight

The adjustment of time as explained by Kenya Railways is a result of the heavy rainfall which has affected movement on the roads.

Government announces comprehensive plan to tackle flood crisis in Garissa, Tana River
  • Author: Issa Hussein
  • Date: 2024-05-02 20:03:06

Government announces comprehensive plan to tackle flood crisis in Garissa, Tana River

He announced plans for a Sh1.2 billion investment to construct a new bridge at the destroyed Kona Punda section of the Garissa-Nairobi Highway.