India, April 30 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antnio Guterres reiterated the UNs continued commitment to Kenya in the wake of deadly floods caused by weeks of heavy rains that continue to affect the region.

Mr. Guterres was saddened by the loss of life and damage caused by flash flooding in the capital, Nairobi, and other parts of the country, his spokesperson said on Monday.

The Secretary-General extended his condolences and solidarity to the families of the victims and to the people and Government of Kenya.

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On Monday, rescue teams were searching for survivors after a dam burst in Mai Mahiu in western Kenya, killing at least 35 people, according to international media reports.

The heavy rains began in March, killing ...