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Landslide Tragedy in Elgeyo Marakwet County: Death Toll Rises to 26, Rescue Operations Ongoing

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At least 26 people, including 14 learners, have been confirmed dead in a devastating landslide that struck parts of Marakwet East in Elgeyo Marakwet County, Kenya. The tragedy occurred after heavy rains triggered mudslides that swept through several villages, destroying homes and infrastructure. Rescue operations are ongoing, with emergency teams deployed to search for missing persons and assist displaced families.

Key Takeaways:

  • At least 26 people have been confirmed dead in the landslide, including 14 learners.
  • The tragedy occurred after heavy rains triggered mudslides that swept through several villages, destroying homes and infrastructure.
  • Rescue operations are ongoing, with emergency teams deployed to search for missing persons and assist displaced families.
  • The government has put in place contingency plans to support students affected by the disaster, particularly those set to sit for national examinations starting this week.
  • Exam papers will be airlifted to designated emergency examination centers for affected students to continue their National exams uninterrupted.
  • The government has organised for the exams to continue without disruption, with measures in place for the affected students, including one student who will be allowed to take the exams in hospital due to a hand injury.
  • Heavy rains triggered the mudslide in the early hours of Saturday, November 1, 2025, destroying homes and sweeping away families in several villages.

Statistics:

  • 26 people confirmed dead in the landslide.
  • 14 learners among the confirmed dead.
  • 25 people reported missing in the landslide.
  • 26 people affected by the disaster, including the dead and missing.
  • 14 schools affected by the landslide, with 26 learners confirmed dead.
  • 1 student with a hand injury will take the exams in hospital.
  • 2,500 learners to be affected by the disruption on Monday.
  • The affected schools are in Marakwet East district, with the landslide occurring on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

Sources:

  • Capital FM. (2025, November 1). Landslide Kills 14 Learners, Several Others in Elgeyo Marakwet County. Retrieved from
  • AllAfrica Global Media. (2025, November 1). Kenya: Landslide Kills At Least 26 in Elgeyo Marakwet County. Retrieved from

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