Floods in Kenya have killed at least 170 and displaced more than 600,000 since the onset of heavy rains in November. Tens of thousands of residents in the country's north have lost livestock, farmland, and homes. In early December, president Ruto said 38 of Kenya’s 47 counties were affected by the floods. Kenya's military continues nationwide efforts to evacuate hundreds of people trapped by rising waters. Kenya’s meteorological department has warned that heavy rains will continue into the new year and issued a warning for people living in lowlands and flood prone areas to evacuate to prevent further losses.

Source: The North Africa Journal December 15, 2023 20:47 UTC