Kenyan police report that the death toll from flooding and landslides triggered by heavy rains has risen to 18.

The landslides occurred in Tharaka Nithi, Elgeyo Marakwet, and Kiambu counties, in central and eastern Kenya, after days of intense rainfall. The country is currently experiencing widespread downpours during the peak of its March to May rainy season, which has caused significant damage to infrastructure and forced many residents from their homes.

Lulu Gaboo spoke to Channel Africa's correspondent in Kenya, Alex Kiarie.