Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Human Capital Development and Special Programmes Geoffrey Kiringa Ruku Tuesday visited families affected by floods and landslides at Drive-In settlement in Utalii Ward, Ruaraka Constituency.
The visit comes after a mother and her two children lost their lives following heavy rains that caused flash floods in the area on Sunday night. At least 55 households have been displaced, with homes destroyed by floodwaters and landslides.
CS Ruku was accompanied by the Principal Secretary for Special Programmes, Ismael Maalim and the area Member of Parliament TJ Kajwang.
The government, through the State Department for Special Programmes, delivered emergency relief supplies including foodstuffs, beddings, kitchen kits, and sanitary items to the affected households.
“The government is deeply saddened by the tragic loss of lives and is committed to supporting the affected families during this difficult time,” said CS Ruku during the visit.
The Cabinet Secretary directed the PS to convene an urgent multi-agency meeting involving the National Government and the Nairobi County Government to develop lasting solutions to recurrent flooding and landslides in the area.
He emphasised the need for proactive emergency preparedness and infrastructure improvement, particularly the drainage system linking the Thika Superhighway and the surrounding informal settlements.
“This is about saving lives and protecting property. We must ensure that our drainage systems are working and that informal settlements are not exposed to preventable risks,” said CS Ruku.
The government also highlighted the role of long-term urban planning and disaster mitigation in addressing climate-related emergencies, especially in densely populated areas.
