Heavy Rains Kill 18 as Sakaja Orders Demolitions - May 2026

Heavy rainfall across Kenya has resulted in a tragic death toll with 18 people confirmed dead as the relentless rains continue to cause widespread disruption and loss. Due to heavy rains in Nairobi, the family of Virginia Njeri was forced to hold funeral arrangements in a swampy tent. Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has issued a strong warning and ordered the demolition of illegal constructions on riverine land in Kilimani and Lavington, targeting unsafe structures on environmentally sensitive areas.