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April 28, 2026

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Chaos as Nairobi Estates Hit by Floods After Overnight Rains

Chaos as Nairobi Estates Hit by Floods After Overnight Rains

The recent developments come weeks after the capital was thrown into chaos after rains destroyed properties worth millions and also led to fatalities...

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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.

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