With the rainy season's wrath upon us, Nairobi is grappling once again with deluge, revealing the consequences of leadership negligence.
Torrential rains have transformed Nairobi's streets into treacherous waterways, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. From the heart of the city to Mathare slum, where residents are clinging to rooftops for safety, the havoc wrought by flooding is undeniable.
In the face of such calamity, we must confront a sobering reality—the failure of elected officials to safeguard the city. Despite pledges of progress and infrastructure development, Nairobi remains alarmingly ill-prepared for nature's fury.
Inadequate drainage systems stand as a damning testament to broken promises, leaving citizens exposed to the mercy of the elements.
The Jomo Kenyatta International Airport has not been left out, with its poor drainage systems.
Now is the time for accountability. We, the people of Nairobi, must demand a leadership that prioritises our safety and well-being. In this critical juncture, as we witness the very fabric of our city being tested by the relentless downpour, it's evident that the time for action is now.
The flooding is a stark reminder of the urgent need for accountable leadership. The residents of Nairobi cannot afford to be passive spectators of the consequences of leadership negligence. They must demand accountability from those entrusted with our city's future.
Rongo University
