N
Originally published by Nation Newstop
June 29, 2026
21h ago
Super El Niño beckons but officials cagey on floods control

Without giving specifics, Government Spokesperson Mwaura said they have activated a multi-agency response...
✨ Key Highlights
Kenya faces the high probability of a "Super El Niño" event later this year, raising concerns about devastating floods and landslides, similar to past experiences.
- An 82 per cent probability of El Niño later this year, with projections suggesting an index above 2.6, indicating a very strong event.
- The Kenya Meteorological Department (KMD) is issuing early warnings, while various government ministries and agencies contacted by Nation Media Group offered no specific details on preparedness measures.
- International organizations like the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and World Food Programme (WFP) have launched a joint appeal to raise USD 202 million for anticipatory action.
Continue Reading
Read the complete article from Nation News
Advertisement
Advertisement
