Lagos Commissioner for Environment, Tokunbo Wahab, has emphasized the importance of resident involvement in flood control measures to help reduce the impact of flash flooding in the area. He outlined the need for community engagement in these efforts to effectively manage and mitigate flooding risks.

Wajir County in Kenya has intensified preparations ahead of enhanced rainfall expected during the October-November-December season, with authorities warning of possible flooding, disease outbreaks and disruption to transport and food supplies. According to the Kenya News Agency, National Drought Management Authority County Drought Coordinator Omar Abdi announced the measures after a county steering group meeting, saying stakeholders had coordinated response plans to mitigate the anticipated effects of the heavy rains.

Blocked drainage systems in Mombasa have raised concerns about potential flooding as the coastal city prepares for heavy rains, according to the Eastleigh Voice. Abdulswamad urged residents to stop disposing of plastic bottles, carrier bags and other waste in drainage channels, saying the practice reduces the capacity of the systems to carry away stormwater. The warning comes as authorities seek to mitigate flood risks ahead of the anticipated rainy period in the Kenyan coastal region.

According to Legit.ng, the Eko Electricity Distribution Company (EKEDC) has released a list of areas in Lagos experiencing power supply disruptions due to flooding that has impacted Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) infrastructure. EKEDC has advised residents to steer clear of flooded installations for safety reasons.

Tanzania's meteorological agency has warned that a "very strong" El Niño is forming over the Indian Ocean, with this year's Vuli rains expected to begin in late September or early October, intensify through November 2026, and persist beyond. According to Daily News, TMA Director General Dr Ladislaus Chang'a issued the warning as concerns grow that extreme weather could trigger a wave of non-performing loans, prompting calls for Tanzanian banks to prepare for climate-related financial risks.

The federal government has issued a warning regarding potential flooding in Nigeria, identifying 1,402 communities across 28 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) that are at risk between July 5 and July 18, 2026. This information was released in the latest Flood Prediction Advisory.