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Kindiki Assures Kenyans of El Niño Preparedness

Correspondent July 3, 2026

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says Kenya is taking proactive steps to prepare for a forecast moderate-to-strong El Niño later this year, with the government activating a national contingency plan to reduce the risks of flooding, infrastructure damage, and humanitarian crises.

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Kenya Races to Prepare for Powerful El Niño as Global Warnings Mount

Correspondent July 1, 2026

Kenya is stepping up its disaster preparedness after the Cabinet approved an Ad Hoc El Niño Committee to coordinate the country's response to a potentially powerful El Niño event. With global climate agencies warning of strengthening El Niño conditions through 2026, the committee aims to improve early warning systems, emergency coordination, and climate resilience to minimize the devastating impacts of floods, landslides, and waterborne diseases.

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El Niño Starts, Putting Preparedness Efforts in Focus

Peter Ngare June 12, 2026

The arrival of El Niño has renewed global preparedness efforts as forecasters warn the climate phenomenon could strengthen into a very strong event by late 2026. Experts are urging governments and communities to use advanced forecasts to prepare for potential floods, infrastructure damage, disease outbreaks, and other climate-related impacts.

Climate Change

Deforestation Could Be Amplifying Kenya’s Flood Disasters, New Research Warns

Peter Ngare March 18, 2026

Deforestation is significantly increasing flood risks in Kenya, with new research showing forest loss can make severe floods up to eight times more likely. Experts warn that degraded water towers and rapid urbanisation are compounding the country’s vulnerability to extreme weather.

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Seven Swept Away by Floods in Makueni as Extreme Rains Renew Climate Concerns

Correspondent March 6, 2026

Seven people have died in Makueni County after being swept away by floods triggered by intense rains over the past two weeks. Authorities warn residents to avoid swollen rivers as experts link the rising frequency of extreme rainfall events to climate change.