The Nairobi City County Government has announced a 30-day waiver on repair fees and approvals for properties damaged by recent deadly floods, effective March 11.

• This waiver aims to expedite the restoration of homes and businesses impacted by the heavy rains that caused widespread damage and claimed 29 lives in Nairobi.
• The directive was issued by the Office of the Governor, led by Governor's office directives, to alleviate the financial and bureaucratic burden on affected residents.
• The Nairobi County Government will still provide oversight to ensure repairs meet safety standards during the waiver period.

The Nairobi County Government has announced a one-month waiver on all levies and approvals for property repairs following recent floods. This initiative aims to accelerate the restoration of damaged homes and businesses.

• The waiver is effective for 30 days from March 11.
• The directive was issued by Acting County Secretary and Head of Public Service, Godfrey Akumali.
• The waiver seeks to ensure the community's health, safety, and welfare, while supporting recovery efforts.

Despite ongoing rains, Kenya faces a worsening hunger crisis, with millions in arid and semi-arid regions expected to be food insecure.

• 3.6 million Kenyans projected to face hunger by June 2026.
• Arid and Semi-Arid Lands Cabinet Secretary Beatrice Askul appeared before a Senate committee.
• 23 ASAL counties are currently affected, with concerns raised about contingency plans and budgetary allocations.