At least 23 people have lost their lives after heavy overnight rains triggered severe flooding across parts of Nairobi, leaving homes submerged, roads impassable and many residents stranded. The torrential downpour that pounded the city overnight caused rivers and drainage systems to overflow, sweeping through informal settlements and low-lying estates. Several families were forced to
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has broken his silence after heavy rainfall caused flooding in several parts of the city, leaving motorists stranded in traffic for hours on Friday evening. In a statement dated Saturday, March 7, 2026, the governor said the Nairobi City County Government had put in place comprehensive measures to safeguard lives and
Following criticism over a cooperation deal between President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor John Sakaja regarding the delivery of certain services, the Nairobi City County Assembly has announced public participation sessions to allow residents to review and provide feedback on the agreement. Critics have argued that the deal effectively cedes some county functions to the