State prepares evacuations as El Niño rains threaten flooding

The Kenyan government is preparing for potential evacuations and widespread flooding as forecasts predict heavy El Niño rains starting in October 2026. Deputy President Kithure Kindiki announced that flood-prone areas have been identified, and temporary shelters are being prepared.

Farmers Urged to Prepare Early as El Niño Rains Raise Flooding Risks Across Kenya

Police step up preparedness as El Niño rains approach

The National Police Service is enhancing its readiness for the impending El Niño rains, planning to deploy officers to 18 high-risk counties between October and December.

Government begins early measures to curb River Nyando flooding ahead of El Niño rains

Counties race against time as El Niño approaches

Kenyan county governments are in a race against time to prepare for the impending El Niño season, despite allocating millions of shillings and identifying high-risk areas.

Sakaja waives approval for minor repairs as Nairobi prepares for El Niño rains

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has waived building permit requirements for minor repairs as the city ramps up preparations for the anticipated El Niño rains.