Breaking News: At least 10 people killed, families displaced after Old Kijabe dam bursts
An explosion in Elwak,Mandera County,disruptedoperations in the town Monday morning.
The causeof the blast is still unclear.
When contacted by the , County Commissioner Henry Ochako said he wouldshare anupdate on the situation later.
Old Kijabe dam tragedy: Death toll rises to 40 Floods kill four people in Homa BayEquity Bank took to social media to confirm that its staff in Elwak were safe, but that its local branch would remain closed.
'As we wait for the security agencies to advise on when operations can resume, we apologise for the inconvenience caused. Thank you for your understanding,' the lender said.
Dear Esteemed Members, We regret to inform you, that our Elwak Branch, Mandera County will remain closed today following an explosion in Elwak Town. We confirm that our branch and the staff in Elwak are safe. However, as the security agencies continue with investigations... Equity Bank Kenya (@KeEquityBank) April 29, 2024 Old Kijabe dam tragedy: Death toll rises to 40 Police say most of the dead were women, children and elderly people who probably could not run fast enough. Machogu speaks: Why I issued statement on schools reopening late at night Machogus directive is an about-turn from PS Kipsangs who last week said schools would reopen. Government postpones opening of schools Education CS Ezekiel Machogu says some schools have been adversely affected by floods.
