At least 10 killed as floods sweep through Kenya’s capital Nairobi

Hind Al Soulia - Riyadh - NAIROBI — At least 10 people have died and dozens of vehicles have been swept away after widespread flooding struck Kenya’s capital following heavy rains that caused rivers to overflow and major roads to submerge.

George Seda confirmed the deaths on Saturday, warning that the toll could rise as several people remain unaccounted for.

Authorities said floodwaters surged through parts of Nairobi overnight, trapping motorists and forcing residents in some areas to wade or swim to safety.

Police reported that at least 71 vehicles were swept away as rising waters surged across low-lying sections of the city, leaving roads impassable and bringing traffic to a standstill in several neighborhoods.

Homes and businesses were also submerged after drainage systems were overwhelmed by the heavy rainfall.

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Emergency teams have been deployed across affected areas to assist stranded residents and assess damage.

The flooding has disrupted transportation and commercial activity in parts of the capital, with some communities reporting significant property losses.

Geoffrey Ruku said he had convened a high-level emergency meeting to coordinate the government’s response and review measures to assist affected residents.

Floodwaters also damaged electricity infrastructure, causing power outages in several areas after the South C substation was affected by rising water levels.

Authorities said technicians are working to restore electricity while emergency crews continue monitoring rivers and drainage systems as heavy rains persist.