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Capital FM » City Hall unclogging blocked drainage following heavy rains

2024-03-26T09:14+0100kenyamoja (en)

NAIROBI, Kenya , Mar 26 – The Nairobi County Government has deployed technical staff and equipment to unclog sewers and drainage systems in various parts of Nairobi affected by flooding following heavy rains. Speaking after visiting Viwandani ward one of the areas hit by the floods on Monday,....

City Hall unclogging blocked drainage following heavy rains

2024-03-26T09:12+0100capitalfm (en)

NAIROBI, Kenya , Mar 26 – The Nairobi County Government has deployed technical staff and equipment to unclog sewers and drainage systems in various parts of Nairobi affected by flooding following heavy rains. Speaking after visiting Viwandani ward one of the areas hit by the floods on Monday,....

People Daily » Heavy rains leave a trail of death and destruction in city

2024-03-26T02:39+0100kenyamoja (en)

A police officer in Kamukunji was among those who died. Four other victims were swept by water in Embakasi, Buruburu, Gigiri and Dagoreti areas. By yesterday evening, the body of the officer, David Chesire, was yet to be recovered. “The officer and his colleagues had responded to a distress call to....

K24 » ‘1,180 households affected by Sunday downpour’ – Kenya Red Cross

2024-03-25T19:05+0100kenyamoja (en)

The Kenya Red Cross has issued updates on the extent of the damage and the households most affected by the heavy rains in Nairobi on Sunday night. In a statement on Monday, March 25, the organisation said the downpour wreaked havoc in various informal settlements leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.

Kenya Red Cross urges quick evacuation to safety from flooding 1h ago

2024-03-25T15:41+0100ippmedia-en (en)

The Kenya Red Cross has warned Nairobi residents against walking or driving through flood waters following heavy rains witnessed in the city on Sunday night. In a statement, the humanitarian agency advised residents to evacuate immediately to elevated areas in case of flooding explaining that just six inches of moving water can knock one down.

Kenya Red Cross urges quick evacuation to safety from flooding 5m ago

2024-03-25T14:27+0100ippmedia (en)

The Kenya Red Cross has warned Nairobi residents against walking or driving through flood waters following heavy rains witnessed in the city on Sunday night. In a statement, the humanitarian agency advised residents to evacuate immediately to elevated areas in case of flooding explaining that just six inches of moving water can knock one down.

K24 » Weatherman forecasts heavy rains in several parts of the country

2024-03-25T13:25+0100kenyamoja (en)

The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned the public of heavy rains expected to lash various parts of the country starting from Tuesday, March 26, 2024, until April 1, 2024. In a statement on Monday, March 25, the weatherman highlighted the regions likely to experience intense "Weather outlook for 26 March to 1 April 2024.

Kenya: Kenya Red Cross Warns Against Driving, Walking Through Floods Following Heavy Rains

2024-03-25T13:04+0100wn (en)

Nairobi -- The Kenya Red Cross has warned Nairobi residents against walking or driving through flood waters following heavy rains witnessed in the city on Sunday night. ......

Kenya: Kenya Red Cross Warns Against Driving, Walking Through Floods Following Heavy Rains

2024-03-25T11:56+0100allafrica (en)

Nairobi The Kenya Red Cross has warned Nairobi residents against walking or driving through flood waters following heavy rains witnessed in the city on Sunday night. In a statement, the humanitarian agency advised residents to evacuate immediately to elevated areas in case of flooding explaining....

Capital FM » Kenya Red Cross warns against driving, walking through floods following heavy rains

2024-03-25T11:33+0100kenyamoja (en)

NAIROBI, Kenya , Mar 25 – The Kenya Red Cross has warned Nairobi residents against walking or driving through flood waters following heavy rains witnessed in the city on Sunday night. In a statement, the humanitarian agency advised residents to evacuate immediately to elevated areas in case of....

Kenya Red Cross warns against driving, walking through floods following heavy rains

2024-03-25T10:58+0100capitalfm (en)

NAIROBI, Kenya , Mar 25 – The Kenya Red Cross has warned Nairobi residents against walking or driving through flood waters following heavy rains witnessed in the city on Sunday night. In a statement, the humanitarian agency advised residents to evacuate immediately to elevated areas in case of....

K24 » Construction worker electrocuted in Eastleigh while removing floodlight

2024-03-25T10:45+0100kenyamoja (en)

A construction worker lost his life after being electrocuted while working on a site in Eastleigh, Nairobi. Police confirmed that 29-year-old worker Kyalo Nzangi died on the spot after being electrocuted at a construction site on March 23, 2024. According to police, the deceased died while trying to....

The Star » Red Cross issues safety tips amid heavy rains in Nairobi

2024-03-25T08:18+0100kenyamoja (en)

The Kenya Red Cross has issued safety guidelines for flooding amid pounding rains in Nairobi. With rains pounding various parts of Nairobi County, it is crucial to know how to protect yourself and your loved ones from potential flooding hazards, "Red Cross wrote on X.

Red Cross issues safety tips amid heavy ...

2024-03-25T07:46+0100thestarkenya (en)

The Kenya Red Cross has issued safety guidelines for flooding amid pounding rains in Nairobi. With rains pounding various parts of Nairobi County, it is crucial to know how to protect yourself and your loved ones from potential flooding hazards, "Red Cross wrote on X.

The Star » Hours of heavy rain spark flooding, traffic chaos in Nairobi

2024-03-25T07:18+0100kenyamoja (en)

Almost eight hours and counting, heavy rains pounded in Kenya 's capital from Sunday night to Monday morning. The nonstop rains have been witnessed across all 17 subcounties. Areas in which floods were experienced included sections of the Central Business District, Westlands, and Eastleigh among others.

Hours of heavy rain spark flooding, traffic ...

2024-03-25T06:16+0100thestarkenya (en)

Almost eight hours and counting, heavy rains pounded in Kenya 's capital from Sunday night to Monday morning. The nonstop rains have been witnessed across all 17 subcounties. Areas in which floods were experienced included sections of the Central Business District, Westlands, and Eastleigh among others.

Standard » Exports hold the key to Kenya's economic transformation

2024-03-21T03:14+0100kenyamoja (en)

Kenya must actively pursue trade agreements and forge strategic partnerships to access new markets and diversify its export base. [iStockphoto] In the intricate dance of global economics, the strength of a nation's currency often serves as a barometer, reflecting the delicate balance between imports and exports.

Exports hold the key to Kenya's economic transformation

2024-03-20T23:09+0100standardmedia (en)

Kenya must actively pursue trade agreements and forge strategic partnerships to access new markets and diversify its export base. [iStockphoto] In the intricate dance of global economics, the strength of a nation's currency often serves as a barometer, reflecting the delicate balance between imports and exports.

Wajir County Supports Police Reservists with Ramadan Food AidTana River County Bolsters Ramadan Support with Food Donations

2024-03-18T12:16+0100africanewswire (en)

WAJIR COUNTY—In a significant show of support for National Police Reserves (NPR) during the holy month of Ramadan, Wajir County has initiated a food distribution program in Tarbaj Sub County. The County Commissioner, Karuku Ngumo, and Tarbaj Member of Parliament, Hussein Abdi Bare, led the event,....

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