Agony of searching for kin in Shakahola forest

Kenya Red Cross volunteers give Shakahola survivor dignity kits on arrival at the Malindi Sub-County Hospital. [Victor Ogalle, Standard]

Since the shocking reports of deaths at Shakahola in Kilifi County emerged, James Mkala has not known peace.

The 44-year-old is living in agony, spending sleepless nights following reports that his wife and four children could be among those who starved to death at Shakahola.