161 families affected by the devastating 2024 Maai Mahiu floods have received land and financial support from the government to help them rebuild their lives.
The government announced that the families displaced by the floods will be allocated land parcels, with title deeds to be issued to secure their ownership. Of the 161 beneficiaries, 105 families whose homes were destroyed by the floods will receive plots, while 56 families who were renting at the time of the disaster will also be given land so they can construct their own homes.
Each family will also receive KSh20,000 in cash assistance to help meet immediate needs as they resettle and recover from the tragedy.
The Maai Mahiu floods, which occurred in April 2024, were triggered by heavy rains and a dam burst, sweeping through the area and causing massive destruction. Homes were washed away, dozens of people lost their lives, and many residents were displaced, leaving families traumatized and without shelter.
The government has also promised additional development projects in the area, including infrastructure improvements and economic empowerment initiatives, to support the community’s long-term recovery and growth.
