Daijiworld Media Network - Nairobi

Nairobi, Nov 2: At least 21 people lost their lives and more than 30 others remain missing after a devastating landslide struck the Marakwet East region in western Kenya late Saturday night, authorities confirmed.

The tragedy occurred following relentless heavy rains that have battered the region during Kenya’s ongoing rainy season, triggering widespread mudslides and flash floods.

Kenya’s Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen confirmed the grim toll, saying, “We have confirmed the loss of 21 people to this tragedy, while over 30 people are still unaccounted for as reported by their families.” He added that search and rescue operations had been temporarily suspended for the night due to dangerous conditions on the ground.

The Kenya Red Cross shared ha

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