on April 26, 2024
Dear Colleagues,
Sophie Vusha (member of the IHP editorial team), wrote this week’s short intro:
In recent weeks, a blessing of rain has turned into pain for citizens in most parts of Kenya. Mid-March, long anticipated rain arrived and was – briefly – celebrated. However, soon most Kenyans were bemoaning the same rain, as floods have been wreaking havoc in many parts of the country. With Nairobi, the capital city and nearby counties being most affected, the raging waters have resulted in enormous destruction of property, life, and livelihoods. As heavy rains continue to pound my country, it’s clear that deaths and waterborne diseases are also becoming more of a threat, and let’s not forget mental health issues arising from this catastrophe. With the urban areas being worst hit, transportation has become chaotic due to damaged roads and infrastructure. Most people have been immobilized and some are unable to reach their offices or business places while others are forced to...