Azimio Leader Raila Odinga on Tuesday, April 30, asked Kenyans of goodwill to contribute towards households affected by floods.
In a statement, Raila regretted that the floods had caused untold destruction with a far-reaching and long-lasting negative impact.
Raila while rallying Kenyans stated that already hundreds of thousands of flood victims would be facing enormous challenges in the weeks, months and even years ahead.
In a message to all those affected, Raila stated that he hoped that relevant authorities would restore normalcy within the shortest time possible.
“Within our own networks, we have reached out to mobilize support which we shall shortly be delivering to the affected,” Raila stated.
The former Prime Minister added that a number of Azimio-affiliated politicians had already started holding fundraisers and stated his team would support the leaders within their capacities.
“We are also encouraging our networks to feel free to contribute to the national relief efforts, particularly through the Red Cross or other accountable organizations that are providing assistance,” the Azimio leader urged Kenyans.
Raila further promised those affected that Azimio leaders would do everything possible to mobilise and offer as much as they can to help.
Faulting the government, Raila stated that the floods had exposed the nation’s failure to plan for extreme weather and climate changes.
This was through underinvestment in infrastructure and social welfare across the country.
“Even as we reach out to offer whatever help we can in every small way, we appeal to the government to ensure that the most urgent needs of low-income people across the country get priority attention and that their voices are heard as the recovery efforts continue,” he urged the government.
Raila urged President William Ruto’s administration to be proactive when dealing with the tragedy.
He further asked the Executive to clear confusion in the delegation of duties as well as end duplication and competition within its ranks.
According to Raila, these measures will create clarity over roles and responsibilities in the response and incident management system.
