Tragedy Strikes Uganda and Kenya as Landslide Death Toll Exceeds 40

Tue Nov 04 2025 02:21:49 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

A series of devastating landslides have claimed over 40 lives across the border regions of Uganda and Kenya, with ongoing search and rescue operations amid warnings of further landslides.

The recent landslides in Uganda and Kenya have led to the tragic death of over 40 individuals, with many still unaccounted for. Survivors recount harrowing experiences as both nations mobilize search teams and caution residents amid ongoing bad weather and the threat of additional landslides. The Ugandan and Kenyan governments have begun emergency responses to assist affected families, although challenges in accessibility continue to hinder rescue efforts.

Tragedy Strikes Uganda and Kenya as Landslide Death Toll Exceeds 40

A series of devastating landslides have claimed over 40 lives across the border regions of Uganda and Kenya, with ongoing search and rescue operations amid warnings of further landslides.

I lost a grandmother, a maternal aunt, an uncle, two sisters, a family friend and a cousin. They were staying together in Kaptul village, Felix Kemboi told the BBC on the Ugandan side, struggling to articulate his grief.

Rescue teams are continuing to search for missing persons as alerts from local authorities indicate the potential for more landslides, exacerbated by heavy rainfall in the region.

Kenyan Interior Minister Kipchumba Murkomen has warned residents in at-risk areas to be vigilant, advising them to move to higher ground as the authorities attempt to mitigate the situation.

As the tragedy unfolded, fourteen schoolchildren were confirmed lost in the mudslides that swept through the Great Rift Valley.

Survivors like Helda Narunga Masai shared their horrifying experiences, recalling the night when they heard a loud noise and were warned to evacuate as the mountains collapsed.

The Ugandan Red Cross has reported significant casualties, mobilizing teams to assist those affected while addressing access issues caused by the devastating mudslides.

Both nations are now tasked with recovery and ensuring communities can rebuild, with the Ugandan government pledging financial support for families impacted by the disaster.