The government has refuted claims that several people have lost their lives following the current drought situation. He said deaths had been reported in Baringo, Tiatty and Turkana areas and experts from water and health deployed. “Yes, deaths were there but they cannot be linked directly to drought. But Deputy President William Ruto said Kenya is better placed to handle the situation compared to previous years. Ruto also refuted claims that several people have lost lives following the drought.

Source: The Star March 18, 2019 11:57 UTC