BUSIA, Kenya Sep 21 – Kenya Kwanza-aligned leaders led by National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetangula and President William Ruto’s aide Farouk Kibet stepped up grassroots engagements in Western Kenya on Sunday, combining calls for flood preparedness and enhanced security with political and development messages.

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The leaders began their engagements in Budalangi Constituency, Busia County, where they attended a church service and fundraiser before proceeding to Butere Constituency in Kakamega County for a women and boda boda empowerment programme.

Wetangula was accompanied by Migori Senator Eddy Oketch, Likuyani MP Innocent Mugabe, Kibet and other leaders.

In Budalangi, Kibet urged residents living in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and consider moving to safer and higher ground ahead of the expected heavy rains.

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Budalangi is particularly vulnerable to flooding because of its location around the lower River Nzoia and Lake Victoria basin.

Kibet’s warning came as the country prepares for the October-December rainfall season, with authorities stepping up preparedness measures in areas considered vulnerable to flooding.

He urged residents to prioritise their safety and relocate early rather than wait until flooding occurs.

Wetangula, meanwhile, called for enhanced security along Lake Victoria to protect fishermen and other people who depend on the lake for their livelihoods.

The Speaker urged the national government to strengthen surveillance and increase the presence of Coast Guard personnel along the lake.

He said improved security was necessary to safeguard fishermen and support economic activities in communities bordering Lake Victoria.

📰 Source: Capital FM Kenya