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10 Dead as Devastating Floods Hit Nairobi, Several Swept Away by Fast-Rising Waters
Tragic floods have swept through Nairobi, claiming the lives of at least 10 people and leaving several others missing as waters rapidly rose. The devastating event occurred recently, causing widespread destruction. Heavy rains have caused significant flooding in the Grogan area, leaving behind a trail of destruction. A mechanic in Grogan stated that the individuals who perished in the overnight floods were homeless people seeking refuge from the downpour. The body of an unidentified man who was swept away by floods has been discovered in the Grogan area. Meanwhile, tragic Friday night floods in Nairobi Central have resulted in the deaths of 5 lives, with the severe downpour also causing widespread destruction of property and leaving numerous travelers stranded across the country.
Hundreds Stranded as Floods Block Roads and Disrupt Travel in Mt. Elgon and Kitale-Lodwar
Hundreds of people are stranded and families displaced in Mt. Elgon and along the Kitale-Lodwar highway due to severe flooding that has rendered roads impassable. Heavy rains last night have caused a section of Parklands Road to flood, significantly disrupting traffic and daily activities in the area. An elderly 67-year-old individual has been swept away as floods cause widespread destruction across Kenya.
Israeli Strikes Leave Dozens Dead in Lebanon's Bekaa Valley
Israeli strikes targeted the Lebanese town of Nabi Chit in the Bekaa Valley on Saturday, resulting in widespread destruction and casualties. An airstrike reportedly struck a children's playground and emergency building in Shiraz, Iran, causing significant casualties with 20 killed and 30 injured. Protests took place outside the Embassy of Israel in London on Friday evening, with demonstrators condemning recent US-Israeli strikes on Iran.
Nyamira Traders' Protest Over Demolitions
Traders and residents in Nyamira county staged a peaceful protest on Friday against planned demolitions of shops at Magwagwa market. Small traders operating at the Uhuru Open Air Market on Jogoo Road are facing potential demolition following a county vacate notice. President William Ruto has announced that the Kenyan government will purchase 1,500 acres of land in Angata Barikoi to resolve long-standing disputes and settle individuals who were previously evicted from Mau.
Health Workers in Kajiado Demand Delayed Salary Payment
Health workers in Kajiado county are in an uproar, demanding the immediate payment of long-overdue salaries. The prolonged salary delays are causing significant hardship for both newly employed and promoted staff. Kenyan opposition leaders have strongly criticized the government following widespread floods and devastating losses across the country. The National Assembly on Thursday passed the National Infrastructure Fund Bill, a significant move aimed at transforming Kenya's infrastructure financing strategy.
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