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September 16, 2026
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Floods, landslides and exam disruption: Kindiki outlines rain plan

Floods, landslides and exam disruption: Kindiki outlines rain plan

Kindiki said the government had established a multi-agency team to coordinate preparations and reduce the risk of deaths, property destruction and disruption during the rainy season...

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Kenya is preparing for above-normal rainfall between October and December, with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki outlining a government plan to mitigate risks including floods, landslides, and disruptions to national examinations.

  • The government has established a multi-agency team to coordinate preparations and minimize loss of lives and property.
  • Key measures include clearing drainage systems, mapping flood hotspots, evacuating residents from vulnerable areas, and removing structures on riparian land.
  • Contingency plans are also being implemented in the education sector as the rainfall is expected to coincide with national examinations.

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