The Kenya Meteorological Department (Kenya Met) has issued a warning of enhanced rainfall expected across several regions of Kenya over the next 7 days, with specific alerts for the Highlands East of the Rift Valley, including Nairobi, Kiambu, and Murang’a.

• The warning highlights Nairobi, Kiambu, and Murang’a as critical areas expected to experience enhanced rainfall.
• Kenya Met is the organization issuing the weather advisories.
• While moderate rainfall is anticipated over the River Tana basin, affecting counties like Garissa, Kenya Met assures that there is no immediate risk of significant flooding.

The National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has opened a 30-day public review period for the proposed Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) extension from Nakuru through Kisumu to Busia, following the submission of an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) study report.

• The proposed extension, valued at Ksh700 billion, aims to connect Kenya to neighboring countries like Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan, and the DRC.
• Key stakeholders include Kenya Railways Corporation and the public whose feedback will influence the project's approval.
• Potential environmental impacts include vegetation clearance and noise pollution, with mitigation measures proposed such as tree-planting and wildlife corridors.

The Gitaru Interchange, a key component of the Nairobi Western Bypass, is nearing completion, with construction at the interchange itself reaching 90%, according to the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA).

• The overall Nairobi Western Bypass project stands at 85% complete.
• KeNHA Director General Engineer Luka Kimeli visited the site on April 14 to assess progress.
• The 17.3-kilometre Western Bypass, costing approximately Ksh17 billion, is designed to significantly reduce traffic congestion in the capital.