Landslide blocks Iten–Kabarnet Road disrupting transport amid heavy rains
In a traffic advisory issued on Saturday, the Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) confirmed that the landslide had rendered the affected stretch of the Iten–Kabarnet Road impassable, disrupting movement in the area. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co...
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A section of the Iten–Kabarnet Road has been blocked by a landslide near Kolol due to heavy rainfall, causing significant disruption to transport.
- The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has advised motorists to use alternative routes.
- KeNHA Director General Eng. Luka Kimeli assured the public that restoration works are underway.
- Motorists are urged to exercise caution and follow directions from police officers and traffic marshals on site.
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Heavy Rains Cause Fatalities and Transport Disruption Across Kenya - May 2026
Heavy rains across Kenya have resulted in at least 10 fatalities nationwide, with the Eastern region bearing the brunt of the impact. A section of the Iten-Kabarnet Road has been blocked by a landslide near Kolol due to heavy rainfall, causing significant disruption to transport. Intense rainfall has also caused severe flooding in several areas, submerging homes in Syokimau, Kiambu, and Nairobi, with swept-away vehicles and submerged businesses reported. The National Police Service reported the casualties and significant infrastructure damage as thousands continue to flee their homes.
