President William Ruto has assured Kenyans affected by the ongoing floods that the government will continue to provide support as heavy rains wreak havoc across the country.

In a statement shared on his social media pages on Sunday, March 15, 2026, the president acknowledged the impact of the severe weather:

“The ongoing heavy rains affecting several parts of our country continue to put lives and livelihoods at risk. My thoughts are with the families and communities that have already been affected during this difficult period,” Ruto’s statement read in part.

He further assured citizens that the government remains fully mobilised to respond.

“Last week, I directed the activation of a multi-agency response bringing together emergency services, security agencies, humanitarian teams, and technical departments to coordinate efforts and manage the situation effectively in Nairobi and across the country,” he stated.

Relevant agencies are actively assisting with rescue and evacuation operations, clearing blocked drainage systems, and restoring access routes in affected areas.

Ruto further stated that the national government is working closely with county governments to ensure the safety and protection of all citizens. According to the president, emergency food supplies and medical assistance are already being delivered to communities affected by the floods.

President Ruto has also emphasised the importance of following official guidance:

“We continue to closely monitor the situation, and I urge all Kenyans to strictly follow the guidance issued by relevant authorities, including the Kenya Meteorological Department and the police. These advisories are issued for your safety, and adherence to them will help us protect lives during this challenging period.”

The head of state has further urged Kenyans to take necessary steps meant to safeguard their livelihoods

“The government will continue to take every necessary step to safeguard lives, support affected communities, and ensure that no Kenyan faces this challenge alone.”

Flood situation

This comes moments after the Kenya Red Cross Society reported flooding in several parts of Nairobi following heavy rainfall that has affected roads, residential areas, and major transport routes across the city, with 11 people so far rescued.

According to a statement shared by the Kenya Red Cross on Sunday, March 15, 2026, areas affected by the flooding include Parklands, the Central Business District, Ngong Road in the Ngando area, Lower Kabete, Kibera, Kilimani, South B, Kawangware, Lang’ata, Lavington, Eastleigh, and Riruta, where rising water levels have been reported in both residential and commercial areas.

The latest floods in Nairobi came even as the country continues to count losses, with the death toll crossing 60, according to the report released by the Ministry of Interior on Saturday, March 14, 2026.