Following the worst drought in decades, parts of western Kenya are now facing severe flooding.<br/> At least 15 people have died as the normally light rainy season has instead seen heavy downpours since late November.<br/> According to the Red Cross, up to 5,000 families across the country have been left homeless, displaced, or otherwise affected by the deluge.<br/> Rivers have burst their banks, flooding the land and drowning valued livestock.<br/> The Kenyan government estimates at least 11 million US dollars will be needed to repair damaged roads and bridges.<br/> The Horn of Africa earlier this year had its worst drought in 60 years, affecting millions across the region, and triggering a famine in parts of Somalia.<br/> Nick Rowlands, Reuters.
