Hard truths. Bold Insights. Real talk.
In addition to the loss of life, the latest situation has led to more families being forced out of their homes, with 105 households newly affected. This pushes the overall number of impacted households to 2,795, as more people seek safer ground away from flooded areas and submerged settlements.
During the operation, law enforcement officers recovered three mobile phones, among them the device that had been taken from the victim. They also seized the motorcycle believed to have been used to carry out the robbery and aid the suspects’ escape.
Several roads and bridges have been destroyed, hampering rescue and relief operations as multi-agency teams remain on high alert.
Tips can be reported at the nearest police station, through toll-free lines 999, 911, or 112, anonymously via the Fichua kwa DCI hotline on 0800722203, or through WhatsApp at 0709570000.
In a statement, the Ministry of Interior and National Administration said multi-agency teams have been deployed nationwide to respond to emergencies, assist affected communities, and safeguard critical infrastructure as rains intensify from Friday through Monday.
Police in Kiambu seized 1,140 rolls of cannabis in Ruaka and arrested a suspect, stepping up an anti-narcotics crackdown targeting urban drug networks and urging public cooperation.
The case began when three complainants reported the matter to Wang’uru Police Station, claiming that the suspect had approached them with offers of employment in the police service. Acting on her assurances, they gave her substantial amounts of money, hoping to secure positions.
The police have also appealed to the public to report emergencies through designated channels, including toll-free numbers and local police stations, to ensure timely intervention.
The IG also revealed that 10,000 newly recruited officers are currently undergoing training at the Kiganjo Police Training College. In addition, capacity-building programs for existing officers are ongoing across the country to enhance preparedness ahead of the polls.
Accounting Officer Bernice Lemedeket told the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Administration and Internal Security on Thursday that the adjustment aligns the budget with the actual number of officers currently in service.
Authorities also warned that the heavy rains could persist and urged the public to remain cautious and follow official safety advisories.
Police say the heavy rainfall, combined with inadequate drainage in several parts of the capital, has resulted in road closures, property damage, and displacement of residents.