The national death toll from recent floods in Kenya has tragically risen to 42, with Nairobi bearing the brunt of the disaster's impact.

• At least 42 people have died nationwide due to torrential rains and subsequent flooding.
• The Kenyan government, through the Ministry of Special Programmes, has pledged support to affected families.
• Cabinet Secretary Geoffrey Ruku confirmed that the government will cover hospital and burial expenses for victims.

Heavy rains are expected to decrease in intensity in Nairobi starting March 10, according to the Kenya Meteorological Department. Despite the anticipated easing, moderate to heavy showers and isolated thunderstorms will persist across various parts of the Nairobi Metropolitan region and surrounding counties.

• Over 43 lives have been lost in Nairobi alone due to recent floods and heavy rainfall.
• The Kenya Red Cross reports that families in 16 counties are facing significant losses, with thousands of households affected and 4,845 people displaced.
• Despite the expected reduction in rainfall intensity, the Kenya Meteorological Department warns that flooding risks remain high due to saturated soils and advises residents to avoid flood-prone areas.

Nairobi Governor Sakaja Johnson has declared the ongoing floods a national disaster, urging leaders to desist from politicising the tragedy and instead focus on collective action to support affected families.

• The disaster has claimed lives and caused destruction across the country, with nearly half of the reported deaths occurring outside Nairobi.
• Governor Sakaja Johnson warned against using the floods for political mileage, emphasizing the need for a unified response.
• He defended the relocation of residents from the Nairobi River banks as a measure that averted greater loss of life, and highlighted that a comprehensive overhaul of the city's drainage system is estimated to cost Sh25 billion, requiring cooperation with the national government.

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has defended the controversial relocation of residents from riverbanks last year, stating it was a necessary measure to save lives during recent floods.

• The Governor argued that failing to relocate residents would have resulted in a significantly higher death toll.
• The Nairobi County Government's efforts to improve drainage are hindered by the Sh25 billion cost of overhauling the system.
• A partnership with the national government aims to address infrastructure issues, including a Sh50 billion sewer line project.

Following devastating flash floods in Nairobi, the government is urging residents to check the Nairobi City Mortuary for unidentified loved ones. The mortuary currently holds 27 fatalities, including 22 males, 3 females, and 2 children, who are awaiting identification and post-mortem examinations.

• A total of 42 deaths have been confirmed nationwide due to the recent floods, with 26 in Nairobi.
• The Nairobi West County Commissioner, Rose Chege, issued the notice for identification.
• Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja described the situation as a National Disaster and highlighted the city's need for Ksh25 billion to overhaul its drainage system and Ksh60 billion annually for infrastructure and services.

Heavy rains have caused widespread flooding in Central Kenya, displacing at least 48 households and leaving one child feared dead.

• 48 households displaced across counties including Kiambu, Meru, Murang’a, and Nyeri.
• The Kenya Red Cross is actively involved in rescue efforts and monitoring at-risk households.
• A child is feared swept away by floodwaters in the Gura River, and businesses in Meru County have been affected.