El Niño Preparedness Measures Underway Across Kenya - October 2026

Residents of Ruaka are proactively clearing drainage systems in preparation for the anticipated heavy El Niño rains, aiming to mitigate potential flooding in the area. The Kenyan Prisons Department has initiated renovation work on low-lying prisons nationwide to safeguard inmates and staff from the anticipated El Niño rains, which are expected to begin within weeks. Groundbreaking for the Lamu refinery has been delayed due to concerns over land compensation for affected communities, casting a shadow over the government's efforts to attract foreign investment. Additionally, Kenya recently celebrated its first national International Day of Older Persons with a Silver Dignity Walk in Nairobi, marking the beginning of the two-day IDOP Kenya 2026 National Conference.