Nairobi Floods: Kind School Owner Offers Accommodation To Travellers Stranded At Joska Bridge

• John Mugondu and Elizabeth Waweru, the owners of the Greenview School in Kamulu, have opened the school to travellers affected by floods
• The bulk of those who sought refuge at the institution were travellers whose journeys were cut short when the Joska bridge burst its banks
• They offered food and accommodation to over 400 individuals, saving them from spending the night in the cold

For the past few weeks, Kenyans have joined hands to help victims of the ongoing floods as heavy rains continue pounding the country.

Among the philanthropists are John Mugondu and Elizabeth Waweru, the owners of the Greenview School in Kamulu.

Flood victims accommodated, fed

A school representative, George Imara, spoke to TUKO.co.ke, detailing the school’s efforts.

The kindhearted entrepreneurs opened their institution to accommodate travellers stranded after the Joska Bridge burst its banks.

As the floodwaters rose and the night drew in, the school’s owners made the compassionate decision to offer refuge to those in need.

The school, typically a place of learning and growth, transformed into a sanctuary providing much-needed shelter and sustenance.

The school offered a van to carry victims

He disclosed that the initiative started on Tuesday when they opened doors to our neighbours, and a few took refuge.

"The situation escalated when KURA announced the closure of the bridge. We knew we had to act fast,” he said.

In response, the school’s administration quickly mobilized a van to be stationed at the junction of the school on Reflector Road.

The move ensured that those without transportation could still reach safety without worrying about the floods.

Over 400 currently live in the school

In an extraordinary display of community spirit, the school accommodated and fed 400 individuals last night.

The travellers, who would have otherwise been left to face the elements, found comfort and warmth within the school’s walls.

John and Elizabeth joined the growing list of Kenyans who assisted their countrymen affected by the situation.

Their story resonates with entrepreneur Lynn Gicharu, who accommodated strangers in her Airbnb apartments.

What you need to know about floods:

• The Kenya Urban Roads Authority (KURA) recently announced the partial closure of crucial roads in Nairobi and Kiambu counties due to heavy floods.
• In addition, the government also pushed the school opening date by one week following the floods that have claimed over 70 lives and destroyed property worth millions.
• Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua promised the government would relocate the displaced people living in schools to camps.

Proofreading by Otukho Jackson, a multimedia journalist and copy editor at TUKO.co.ke