23 people killed in Nairobi floods as heavy rains paralyse city

Vehicles remain partially submerged in floodwaters after heavy rainfall caused severe water accumulation on streets in Nairobi, Kenya, on March 06, 2026. [AFP]

At least 23 people have died in Nairobi as of 2:30pm on Saturday, March 7, after heavy rains triggered flooding across the city and other parts of the country, the National Police Service (NPS) Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said.

"The torrential rains have led to significant flooding, unfortunately resulting in 23 fatalities so far, the destruction of property, road closures, and the displacement of residents," said Nyaga.