The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced the reopening of the Thika Superhighway at the Kahawa Sukari drift between Kahawa Barracks and Kenyatta University, following a temporary closure. In a notice issued on Wednesday evening, May 1, 2024, KeNHA informed the public of the section’s reopening for Thika-bound traffic. “The Kenya National Highways Authority is pleased to inform the public that the Thika Superhighway at Kahawa Sukari drift between Kahawa Barracks and Kenyatta University is now open for Thika-bound traffic,” KeNHA stated. Having been closed earlier due to flood ..read more

Residents living in landslide-prone areas in Murang’a County have been advised to move to safer grounds to avert the l***********s as heavy rains continue pounding the area. Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said the government is making arrangements to have those in potentially risky areas get temporary accommodation in the nearby public institutions until the rains subside. Speaking in Kiganjo Mathioya when he visited the families affected by the landslide, Gachagua also promised that the government would provide all the basic commodities to the victims. Landslide in Kimandi, Gatanga. No cas ..read more

Government spokesman Isaac Mwaura has issued a stern warning to Kenyans living in flood-prone areas, urging them to e******e within 48 hours due to the ongoing flood situation exacerbated by heavy rainfall. In a statement released on Wednesday, May 1, 2024, Mwaura highlighted the continuous above-average rainfall forecasted for the country in this new month of May, which is expected to further exacerbate flooding and disrupt various social and economic activities. “The government urges all citizens to remain vigilant and heed the weather and flood alerts issued regularly by government agencies ..read more

President William Ruto reiterated his stance on taxation during the Labour Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Ruto emphasized that he remains undeterred by the nickname ‘Zakayo the tax collector’ if it means Kenyans fulfil their tax obligations. The h**d of State underscored the importance of domestic revenue generation in nation-building, asserting that Kenya’s development cannot solely rely on foreign assistance or loans. He emphasized the collective responsibility of Kenyans to contribute to the country’s progress through taxation. Addressing the attende ..read more

The Kenya National Highways Authority (KeNHA) has announced a temporary closure of the Thika SUperhighway at the Kahawa Sukari drift due to floods. The drift between Kahawa Barracks and Kenyatta University has been closed for Thika Bound traffic. “The Kenya National Highways Authority would like to inform the public of a temporary closure of the Thika Superhighway, at the Kahawa Sukari drift between Kahawa Barracks and Kenyatta University, for Thika Bound traffic,” KeNHA stated. The road has been closed following flooding of the drift due to an overnight heavy downpour. “The Authority cautions ..read more

16 p****e have been rescued in Konoramadha in Saka, Tana River County after being marooned by floods. Confirming the incidents, the Kenya R*******s (KRC) Society said that a search operation is on to locate six more p****e. “This is Konoramadha in Saka, Tana River County, where we have rescued 16 p****e marooned by floodwaters. Efforts to reach around six more p****e continue,” KRC stated. Tana Rivers has been one of the many areas at the heart of the flooding calamity due to heavy rains in most parts of the country. This is Konoramadha in Saka, Tana River County, where we have rescued 16 p ..read more

Tens of families in Kitengela, Kajiado County have been adversely affected by flash floods following heavy downpours that pounded the region on Tuesday night. New Valley, Chang’ombe, Balonzi, and Baraka areas were the most affected after a seasonal river in the area burst its banks, flooding residential areas to the chagrin of residents. Seasonal river b**************s in Kitengela spilling over to residential areas. PHOTO/Christine Musa The flash floods submerged some homes. Distress calls by affected families were reported from 2:00 am, with the R*******s rescue mission commencing as early a ..read more

Once more, the Juja underpass along Thika Road Highway has succumbed to the heavy overnight rains, leaving it impassable for small vehicles. Videos circulating on social media show motorists as they navigate through the floodwaters, with some resorting to pushing their vehicles through the waters. In one clip, a group of individuals can be seen pushing a small c*r through the underpass. Thika road around the Juja underpass. pic.twitter.c*m/DujLkdOtWu — Cyprian, Is Nyakundi (@C_NyaKundiH) May 1, 2024 In another video, a Super Metro bus manages to navigate its way through the waters to reach th ..read more

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) officers have seized 12 bags of bhang and six sets of suspected stolen vehicle plates in Utawala. In a statement on Tuesday, April 30, DCI said the operation targeted the residence of a suspected notorious trafficker, Joseph Nisa Ouma. According to the DCI, the raid resulted in the recovery of 12 sacks of C******s sativa, commonly known as bhang, along with six sets of c*r number plates. These items were found in Ouma’s residence located in the Utawala AP Stage area. “DCI officers drawn from the Transnational Organized C****s and Anti-N*******s ..read more

Former Murang’a Governor Mwangi wa Iria has been remanded at Industrial Area Prison after failing to raise bail. Wa Iria pleaded not g****y to various corruption charges including a***e of office, conflict of interest, unlawful acquisition of public property and money laundering. Chief Magistrate Thomas Nzioki released wa Iria on a bond of Ksh20 million and an alternative cash bail of Ksh10 million EACC confirmed that he had been detained, moments after the court released him on bail. “Former Murang’a Governor Mwangi Wa Iria has been remanded at Industrial Area Prison after pleading not g****y ..read more