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The Nairobi IDA Communique which we adopted today outlines the pressing developmental imperatives of Africa, and our steadfast commitment to transformative progress, building upon the outcomes of the Africa Climate Summit.- H.E President William Ruto

At #IDA21 William Ruto is telling the World Bank:

We need the World Bank to increase its funding, but to fund the areas that we, as African states, deem necessary to uplift connectivity and accelerate growth. We want to utilize our own resources, given that Africa is a…

President Ruto: The cabinet will meet on Tuesday morning to deliberate on how better we will take care of victims of floods. #KBCniYetu ^DB

'We have to focus on results and impact. This will require more from IDA - World Bank. It will require more from all parts of the World Bank Group, governments and the private sector.'

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We have set up a tracing desk at Ngeya Girls Secondary School in Mai Mahiu, Naivasha.

So far, 49 people have been reported as missing at our desk.

Additionally, we are providing psychosocial support services to the affected families, alongside a multi-agency team.

President William Samoei Ruto, PhD :

Kenyan police say at least 40 people have died after a dam collapsed in the west of the country.

Ahmed Idris tells @skyyaldahakim that African countries including Kenya and Tanzania are 'bearing the brunt' of extreme weather

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We have a robust programme led by my Deputy Rigathi Gachagua who is focused on dealing with those affected by the floods and landslides. The Cabinet will meet tomorrow morning to deliberate on how better to take care of victims of floods.- President William Ruto

FLOODS UPDATE:

PRESIDENT William Samoei Ruto Ruto convenes a special Cabinet meeting tomorrow, April 30th 2024 to discuss the floods situation

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Following a pre-visit conducted by Technical Teams led by various Principal Secretaries to the designated sites for the forthcoming Emergency/Transitional Housing Programs, I have received their briefing.

This information will be integral in compiling a comprehensive status…

Africa Heads of state speaking at KICC Nairobi, this morning. #IDA21 a World Bank initiative is in 75 countries. And most of the heads of state are asking the World Bank to redirect the financing towards what matters in their various economies.

A moment with NG’ENDO MURUGU on the sidelines of the #IDA21 , at the KICC, Nairobi.

'We will have a Cabinet meeting tomorrow morning to discuss additional measures to make sure affected citizens are looked after.'
-President William Ruto
#KBCniYetu ^EM

I attended the World Bank’s International Development Association for Africa Heads of State Summit in Nairobi where 19 Heads of States and a coalition the youth, the private sector, and civil society have renewed their commitment towards achieving African sustainable development

Transformative progress can only be made in Africa if we identify our priorities and champion for the strong replenishment of the International Development Association finances. Our team effort, sustained by the exemplary stewardship of the World Bank, can end poverty and…

Subsequent to a series of pre-visits by Technical Teams led by different Principal Secretaries to identified sites for the upcoming Emergency/Transitional Housing Programs, I joined fellow PSs for a briefing session with the Head of Public Service, Hon. felix koskei.

As we grieve alongside you, and as the government is diligently working to implement mitigation measures and provide assistance, we also implore everyone to exercise utmost caution and vigilance, especially in the face of unpredictable floodwaters.

In this time of profound sorrow and upheaval, we extend our sincerest prayers and heartfelt words of comfort to all those impacted by this tragic event.

As fellow Kenyans, our hearts ache with empathy and compassion for the victims of the devastating flash floods witnessed in different parts of the country, particularly in Kijabe, Muranga and Suba.