CS Murkomen issues a statement after deadly nationwide floods
By Cynthia Lodite, March 7, 2026The Ministry of Interior and National Administration Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has responded to the ongoing floods witnessed in the country with a death toll standing at twenty-five.
In a post on his official X account on Saturday, March 7, 2026, Murkomen announced that the government is working towards providing a long-term solution
“We are deeply saddened by the flooding situation in the country, which has resulted in loss of lives and destruction of property, particularly in Nairobi and its environs,” Murkomen said.
The CS indicated that the multi-agency teams have made significant progress in the ongoing search and rescue operations in the affected areas and continue to provide a swift and coordinated response to emerging incidents.
Meanwhile, Murkomen also noted that the National Government Administration officials across the country have been instructed to remain alert and work with officers from the National Police Service and other teams in a multi-agency manner to respond to the situation and save lives.
“Even as the Government works towards providing a long-term solution to this situation, we urge members of the public to take precautionary measures as advised by the Kenya Meteorological Department. Remain vigilant, particularly in areas prone to flooding and related risks,” Murkomen said.
He further assured Kenyans that the government is committed to protecting lives and property, and to working with all relevant agencies to ensure timely response, recovery and support to affected communities.
Death toll reports
Kenya is grappling with one of its deadliest flooding episodes in recent years, as the Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes, Geoffrey Ruku, confirmed that 25 people have died following heavy rains across several counties.
Of the reported deaths, 21 were adult males, while four were children – two in Nairobi and two in Kitui County. Ruku extended his condolences to the families affected by the disaster.
“Currently, 25 deaths have been reported, comprising 21 male adults, 2 male children in Nairobi and 2 male children in Kitui County. We convey our sincere condolences to the affected families,” CS Ruku announced.
The floods have hit both urban and rural areas, with Nairobi, Kiambu, Kajiado, Makueni, Nakuru, Migori, Muranga, Bungoma, Kwale, Kirinyaga, and Tharaka Nithi counties experiencing severe impacts.