The government has asked residents of Kibera and 5 other downstream estates to evacuate immediately over fears that the Nairobi Dam will break its banks. Consequently, residents of the Kibera area, Nyayo Highrise, Dam Estate, Lang'ata, Nairobi West, and Madaraka are to evacuate immediately to higher ground. "The government is closely monitoring the rising water levels at Nairobi Dam and advises residents living downstream to remain alert. In addition, flood-prone areas in Nairobi West include Madaraka, Nairobi West, Lang’ata, Kawangware, Kangemi, Lavington, Westlands, Parklands, Kitisuru, Spring Valley, Kileleshwa, and Chiromo. In Nairobi South, the mapping highlights Kilimani, Kibera, South C, South B, Mukuru Kwa Reuben, and Kwa Njenga, many of which lie along the Ngong River corridor.

Source: The Star March 23, 2026 06:24 UTC