Heavy rains in Kenya have caused flooding, impacting the main airport, displacing over 200,000 people, prompting President Ruto to direct the National Youth Service to establish temporary camps for those affected.

Kenya has delayed the reopening of its schools by one week due to persistent flooding caused by heavy rains, with nearly 100 flood-related deaths reported since mid-March in the East African nation.

The Education Ministry stated Sunday night that some schools continue to be significantly impacted by the flooding. Local media outlets have noted that over 100 schools have been flooded, resulting in collapsed walls and roofs being blown away.

Initially scheduled for reopening on Monday, all schools will now resume classes on May 6.

Ninety-three individuals have lost their lives in the floods in Kenya, and this figure is anticipated to increase following a boat capsizing incident in northern Garissa county on Sunday night. The Kenyan Red Cross reported rescuing 23 individuals from the boat, yet over a dozen people are still unaccounted for.

The country has been enduring heavy rains since mid-March, with the Meteorology Department issuing warnings of further rainfall.

Across the East African region, flooding is widespread as a result of these heavy rains. In Tanzania, reports indicate that 155 individuals have lost their lives, while over 200,000 people are affected in neighboring Burundi.

Nairobi, the capital of Kenya, has recorded the highest number of deaths according to police records.

On Saturday, Kenya's main airport experienced flooding, leading to the diversion of some flights, as videos circulated online depicting a flooded runway, terminals, and cargo section.

Henry Kegoye, the airport's manager, attributed the flooding to ongoing refurbishment work slated for completion in June. Heavy rains overwhelmed a temporary drainage system installed by the contractor.

The floods have affected over 200,000 individuals across the country, with homes in flood-prone areas submerged and people seeking shelter in schools.

In response, President William Ruto directed the National Youth Service to allocate land for a temporary camp to accommodate those affected.