The government has announced that 25,000 households affected by recent floods have received Kes 10,000 in stipend support.
According to the Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki, the remaining 15,000 households affected by government orders to relocate from the Nairobi Rivers riparian corridor will also receive their share by Friday this week.
“Already, 25,000 households have received the pledged government support of Sh.10,000 per household, while the remaining households will receive theirs by close of business Friday, May 31, 2024.”
Further, he assured that his Ministry would consider those affected and prioritize them in the ongoing affordable housing program.
Kindiki stated that the government has embarked on the rehabilitation and regeneration for the Nairobi Rivers riparian reserves and urged residents to cooperate.
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“To prevent re-encroachment, the reclaimed riparian reserves are being fenced and trenched.”
CS Kindiki said Riverine ecosystem trees will be planted, and recreational facilities will be established on both sides of the riparian reserves. The facilities will be free for members of the public to access and use.
Additionally, the drainage system's unclogging and rehabilitation of the rivers' natural waterways are set to commence soon.
In May 2024, the government issued a mandatory evacuation order for all Kenyans residing in riparian reserves to ensure their safety during the heavy rain season.
