NAIROBI, Kenya March 16, \u2013 Nairobi Governor and Chair of the Implementation Committee on the Cooperation Agreement, Johnson Sakaja, has directed the preparation of a 48-hour action plan to address flooding, drainage failures, and infrastructure damage across the city.<\/p>\n
The directive came following an urgent meeting at City Hall with several Principal Secretaries and representatives from key national government agencies.<\/p>\n
The meeting focused on the worsening flooding situation caused by ongoing heavy rains in Nairobi.<\/p>\n
Governor Sakaja instructed officials to prepare a comprehensive report that includes mapping of drainage hotspots, identification of damaged roads and infrastructure and work required, responsible agencies, and cost estimates for repairs<\/p>\n
\u201cThe plan should allow immediate interventions to restore normalcy across affected areas,\u201d Sakaja said, emphasizing the need for swift action.<\/p>\n
The committee also agreed to prioritize the repair and recarpeting of flood-damaged roads and discussed installation of new street lighting in informal settlements, highways, and residential estates.<\/p>\n
The Implementation Committee is scheduled to reconvene on Thursday to review the report and approve urgent interventions.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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