The government has stepped up emergency response efforts in flood-hit regions, with Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha leading a major relief mission in Meru and Isiolo counties. During her visit to Tigania West, Meru County, the CS oversaw the distribution of 10,000 mosquito nets as part of a nationwide strategy to curb rising health risks linked to prolonged flooding. She emphasized that the government remains focused on preventing further loss of lives and minimizing damage as communities continue to deal with the aftermath of the heavy rains.
In Isiolo County, CS Nakhumicha was joined by Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi and CS for Labour and Social Protection Florence Bore, where they jointly delivered humanitarian aid to families severely affected by the disaster. The support package included 25,000 mosquito nets, food supplements such as porridge flour for vulnerable children, and a Hunger Safety Net Programme cheque worth KSh 37.2 million to cushion households facing acute food insecurity. The multi-agency visit reflects the government’s commitment to integrating health, nutrition, and social protection interventions to ensure flood-stricken communities receive timely assistance. Beyond emergency support, Nakhumicha also used the platform to sensitize residents on the dangers of early pregnancies and the importance of HIV/AIDS prevention, expanding the outreach into broader public health education.
Across both counties, community health promoters received smartphones to enhance real-time reporting and strengthen grassroots surveillance systems, a move the CS said would improve preparedness for future emergencies. The visits were welcomed by local leaders who noted that the floods had exposed thousands to heightened risks of malaria, waterborne diseases, and displacement. As the government continues to roll out relief operations across affected regions, the Ministry of Health has urged residents to remain vigilant, follow public health advisories, and cooperate with local responders. More interventions are expected as agencies across sectors work to address the humanitarian and health repercussions of one of the most disruptive flood seasons in recent years.