At least 62 people have died in Kenya after days of heavy rainfall triggered widespread flooding across several parts of the country, government officials said on Saturday. According to the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, the victims include 46 men, eight women and eight children, with nine people still missing.
The flooding has affected 18 counties and displaced more than 12,000 homes. The capital, Nairobi, recorded the highest number of casualties with 33 deaths, followed by 17 in the Eastern region and seven in the Rift Valley. Other fatalities were reported in the Nyanza, Coast and Central regions.
Authorities say the flooding has disrupted daily life, damaging roads, bridges, homes, farms and markets, while also cutting power supply and affecting water infrastructure. The destruction of farmland threatens food security in affected areas, while damage to transport links disrupts supply chains and economic activity.
The Kenya Meteorological Department has warned that more heavy rains and flash floods are expected in the coming days, urging residents in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and prioritise safety. The disaster adds to the economic challenges facing Kenya, with recovery costs likely to strain government resources and humanitarian response capacity.
