MCA Tricky Blasts Leaders: 'Kenyans Pay a Lot of Taxes' Yet Face Endless Flooding in Nairobi
Radio presenter and comedian Francis Munyao, better known as MCA Tricky, has voiced strong frustration over the persistent flooding plaguing Nairobi amid ongoing heavy rains.
In a video shared on his official Instagram account on Saturday, March 7, 2026, Tricky highlighted the recurring nature of the crisis, lamenting that despite substantial tax contributions from citizens, the capital continues to suffer through the same "painful cycle of calamities" every rainy season. He pointed out the irony of leaders appearing on top of rescue vehicles during disasters, making reassuring statements without delivering lasting solutions.
The outspoken entertainer directly questioned the authorities' priorities and capabilities, asking rhetorically, “Kwani, how expensive is it to manage the degree of flooding in a capital city?” His remarks come as Nairobi grapples with submerged roads, stranded motorists, and disrupted daily life across multiple neighborhoods and major arteries. Social media footage has captured vehicles partially underwater and commuters enduring hours-long traffic jams, underscoring longstanding complaints about inadequate drainage systems and urban planning failures that allow flash floods to overwhelm the city repeatedly.
Tricky's criticism reflects broader public discontent with governance and infrastructure management, especially given the high taxes Kenyans remit. By calling attention to the disconnect between revenue collection and effective flood mitigation, he has amplified demands for accountability and proactive measures. His comments join a growing chorus of voices from celebrities and residents urging authorities to prioritize durable solutions, such as improved drainage networks, to break the cycle of annual flooding disruptions in the Kenyan capital.
