Nairobi Among 18 Counties Flagged as High-Risk Ahead of El Niño as Ministry Issues Warning

Kenya's Interior Ministry has identified 18 high-risk counties expected to face severe impacts from the anticipated El Niño rains in 2026, including floods, disease outbreaks, and food shortages.

Inside Nairobi County's Strategy to Prevent Flooding Ahead of El Niño Rains

Nairobi County is actively working to prevent flooding ahead of the anticipated El Niño rains by clearing waterways and drainage systems. Teams are on the ground addressing immediate blockages while longer-term infrastructure improvements are also underway.

EPRA Issues Fresh Warning to Kenyans Over Cooking Gas

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) is urging Kenyans to exercise caution when purchasing cooking gas, advising them to inspect cylinders thoroughly before buying or exchanging them. This warning comes amidst a government crackdown on counterfeit and illicit LPG trade.

Experts Warn of Extreme Weather Changes Ahead of El Niño Rains

Kenya faces contrasting weather patterns, with a prolonged dry spell anticipated in the Rift Valley, Western Kenya, and Nyanza, while the Coast is set for increased rainfall.

Nairobi County Freezes All New Hiring, Internships

The Nairobi City County government has implemented a freeze on all new job recruitments, including internships and casual positions, as part of a stringent measure to control its wage bill.

Nairobi set aside Sh2 billion into drainage and flood-mitigation works ahead of the El Niño rains