Oscar Okumu
Oscar Okumu is the North Rift regional manager for the Kenya Red Cross, actively involved in the ongoing rescue and relief efforts following the devastating mudslide in Elgeyo Marakwet. He has highlighted the use of modern technology, including drones, to assist in rescue operations due to impassable roads and has set up a tracing desk to connect families with their missing loved ones.
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Oscar Okumu describes the situation in Loima as dire and highlights the Kenya Red Cross's response efforts.
Mothers, babies battle starvation as Turkana drought crisis worsens
Kenya· 2026-02-08
Red Cross North Rift Manager Oscar Okumu said the humanitarian agency’s tracing desk helped families to identify their dead kin.
Burials for mudslides victims begin as more bodies expectedKenya· 2025-11-14
Kenya Red Cross North Rift regional manager Oscar Okumu added that drones and other modern equipment were being used due to impassable roads.
Government to cover victims' bills as Elgeyo Marakwet mudslide death toll risesKenya· 2025-11-02
