Two recent landslides in Elgeyo Marakwet have caused significant alarm, with over 20 deaths reported and rescue operations ongoing. These events highlight the dangers of rain-induced landslides, often more specifically mudslides, which are fast-moving and highly destructive.

• What: Two landslides (likely mudslides)
• Where: Elgeyo Marakwet, specifically Moror Village, Chesongoch Centre, and Kipkenda Village, Kibendo, Emsoo Ward, Keiyo North
• When: The first on Saturday, November 1; the second two days later.
• Casualties: Over 20 deaths reported with more individuals still missing.
• Cause: Heavy rains saturating soil, reducing friction, and increasing pressure.
• Prevention: Safe slope construction, surface drainage, and avoiding building in high-risk areas.

A new mudslide has struck the Kibendo Area in Keiyo South, Kenya, on Sunday night, raising fears of more fatalities as the prior death toll from similar incidents reached 26. Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisely Rotich confirmed the disaster, which occurred amid continuous rainfall.

• Scores are feared dead following the mudslide in Kibendo Area.
• Elgeyo Marakwet Governor Wisely Rotich confirmed the incident and stated that emergency services are on site.
• The Kenya Red Cross is en route to assist with rescue operations.

A devastating landslide in Marakwet East, Kenya, on Saturday, November 1, 2025, has claimed 26 lives, including 14 learners, with 25 people missing. The tragedy, triggered by heavy rains, destroyed homes and disrupted national examinations.

• 26 people confirmed dead, with 14 learners among the deceased.
• Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura assured that national exams will continue, with papers airlifted to emergency centers.
• Kenya Defence Forces, National Police Service, and Kenya Red Cross are involved in ongoing rescue operations.