Nairobi Residents Count Huge Loss As Floods Wreak Havoc

Several estates also experienced blackouts as the rains pounded the city.

Rains continued to wreak havoc across the country, flooding houses and shops, damaging property, and, in some cases, cutting off road access.

Floodwaters seeped into some Nairobi residents’ homes, destroying furniture, electronics, and other items.

Trash and sewage were seen floating in Eastleigh as merchants tried to clear water from their stores.

Residents in Githurai and Kahawa Wendani were left counting their losses after floodwaters destroyed their furniture and other belongings.

In Imara Daima, the situation was no different, with residents having to take off their shoes and wade through the water to get in and out of estates.

Several estates also experienced blackouts as the rains pounded the city.

The weatherman had predicted the start of the long rains over parts of the country over the weekend.

Several motorists were stuck in traffic on Saturday following the heavy rains.