A matatu was this morning swept away by floodwaters while trying to cross the Basilinga River in Samburu at approximately 11:45 am on Tuesday. The Kenya Red Cross confirmed that all 14 passengers on board are safe and accounted for, although the vehicle remains stranded in the river. This incident
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4 Dead in Shauri Moyo Building Collapse During Nairobi River Demolition
The Ministry of Interior and National Administration has confirmed the tragic loss of four lives following a building collapse in Blue Estate, Shauri Moyo, Kamukunji Sub-County, on Monday, March 16, 2026.In a recent update shared on X, the ministry reported that the collapse occurred during an attempted demolition along the
Nairobi Floods After Heavy Rains Disrupt Transport, 11 Rescued
Heavy rainfall inundated Nairobi on Saturday night, leading to significant flooding across various city areas, disrupting transportation and triggering rescue operations.Officials confirmed that rescue teams successfully saved at least 11 individuals amid the chaos.The flooding predominantly affected neighborhoods such as Parklands, the Central Business District (CBD), Ngong Road near Ngando,