Heavy overnight rains have caused significant flooding in several areas of Nairobi, disrupting transportation and inundating residential estates on Monday night and into Tuesday morning.

• Key affected areas include Utawala, the Ruai bypass, and the Kariokor roundabout.
• The floods caused widespread traffic jams, leaving passengers stranded and roads impassable, with some residents reporting sewage contamination due to overwhelmed drainage systems.
• The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority has warned of more rainfall in Nairobi and other regions this week.

The Kenya Meteorological Service Authority (KMSA) has issued a warning for persistent heavy rains and potential floods and landslides across several counties until May 1.

• Heavy rainfall is expected in regions including Nairobi, the Rift Valley, the Coast, and Northeastern Kenya, with some areas facing intense downpours.
• The KMSA advises caution for road travel and aviation due to reduced visibility, and warns against sheltering under trees or near grilled windows during storms.
• Residents in flood-prone areas like Nairobi, Kisumu, and Garissa are urged to monitor rising water levels and consider relocating to safer ground.

The Energy Petroleum and Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has announced the initiation of a Petroleum Cost Recovery Audit for oil production companies in Turkana, set to commence in December.

• The audit will ensure that oil companies only recover legitimate expenses, preventing cost inflation and protecting the government's revenue share.
• Key organizations involved include EPRA and oil producer Gulf Energy Ltd.
• This move comes as Kenya aims for oil self-sufficiency, with the audit deadline for applications set for May 12.