Let’s blame the rain gods, ourselves for deluge woes

Long time ago, rains were a blessing. They would turn the land lush and both animals and humans would have plenty to eat. Farmers in rural areas and residents of dusty urban centres would celebrate at the mere sight of gathering clouds.

Not any more. Today, Kenyans look at gathering clouds with trepidation. To most people, clouds are harbinger of disorder, destruction and death. Rains has become a necessary evil. And for a good reason.