Recovery resource hub

Practical, plain-language guides for every stage of recovery — plus live updates on the programs available to you.

Recovery guides

Safety

Immediately after a disaster

Safety first: check for hazards, document damage, and contact local chiefs or Kenya Red Cross.

Paperwork

Filing insurance & government claims

Step-by-step checklist for logging losses and registering for aid at nearby Huduma Centers.

Housing

Finding temporary shelter

Accessing local schools, church shelters, and government relocation spaces while you rebuild.

Funding

Applying for NDMA & NGO aid

How to register for the Hunger Safety Net Programme (HSNP) cash transfers and NGO rebuilding grants.

Wellbeing

Community chamas & support

Leveraging self-help groups, local Harambees, and community networks to share reconstruction resources.

Rebuilding

Rebuilding stronger

Resilient building advice for flood plains (elevated structures) and drought-resistant soil rehabilitation.

Live updates

highCoastal Region

Severe Flood Warning — Tana River Basin

Water levels in the Tana River have reached critical thresholds. Residents in Garissa and Tana River lowlands are urged to move to higher ground immediately and register at the nearest KRC shelter.

highRift Valley

Landslide Alert — West Pokot & Elgeyo Marakwet

Continuous heavy rainfall has destabilised hillside terrain in West Pokot and Elgeyo Marakwet. County governments have activated emergency response. Avoid travel in affected areas.

mediumNational

Safaricom Foundation MSME Grants — Deadline Extended

Rebuilding grant applications for shops and traders affected by floods or landslides have been extended. Apply via HopeBridge or call 0800-724-000.

infoNorthern Kenya

NDMA HSNP Cash Transfers Disbursed — Q3 2025

Hunger Safety Net Programme funds for this quarter have been released. Eligible families in Turkana, Marsabit, Mandera, and Wajir can collect via M-Pesa or Huduma Centre agents.

infoWestern Region

KRCS Iron Sheet Distribution — Budalangi & Nyando

Kenya Red Cross is distributing roofing iron sheets, timber poles, and treated mosquito nets in Budalangi and Nyando this week. Bring National ID and damage report copy.