Heavy rains continue to cause devastation across Kenya - May 2026

Heavy rains in Kenya continue to wreak havoc, forcing thousands to flee their homes and exacerbating a deepening humanitarian crisis across the nation. Intense rainfall has caused severe flooding in several areas, submerging homes in Syokimau, Kiambu, and Nairobi. Meanwhile, Kenya's Labour Day celebrations were marred by widespread discontent as teachers and healthcare workers expressed frustration over unfulfilled promises, with these workers also expressing frustration over delayed reforms and unfulfilled agreements.