The Standard Group Plc is a
multi-media organization with investments in media platforms spanning newspaper
print operations, television, radio broadcasting, digital and online services. The
Standard Group is recognized as a leading multi-media house in Kenya with a key
influence in matters of national and international interest.
An excavator tries to clear Matathia Road where 3 men are suspected to be trapped. [George Njunge, Standard]
Three people are feared to have been buried alive by a landslide that struck Matathia village in Kimende area of Lari constituency, Kiambu County.
The victims, whose identities have not yet been confirmed, were reportedly on their way home from work at around 7pm when the landslide occurred. The incident happened a few meters from the Nakuru-Nairobi Highway.
Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.