The United Nations is warning of a potentially strong El Niño event expected in the coming months, urging Kenya to prepare for its impacts. This follows devastating floods in late 2023 and 2024 that claimed 245 lives and displaced tens of thousands.

• World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Secretary-General Celeste Saulo confirmed the need to prepare for exacerbated drought and heavy rainfall.
• Kenya Meteorological Department forecasts drier and hotter conditions for the next three months, with potential for increased rainfall and flooding in October-November-December.
• The full impact will depend on the interaction with the Indian Ocean Dipole, adding a layer of uncertainty to the forecast.