Budalangi braces for El Niño rains as Nzoia dykes offer hope - August 2026

As Kenya braces for the anticipated El Niño rains, residents in Budalangi, Busia County, are preparing for potential flooding, with some farmers already tilling their land. The Kenyan government is enhancing its preparedness for potential El Niño impacts across various counties, according to Deputy President Kithure Kindiki. A flood alert has been issued for the end of this month, and preparations are underway in Budalangi for potential El Niño rains. Meanwhile, the government is implementing measures to reduce the cost of farm inputs and mitigate losses for farmers impacted by drought.

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