Kiganjo is a busy market on the outskirts of Thika town.
During the day, it is buzzing with all sorts of activities. Transport is one of them. A large number of commuters are students and workers.
Rains have been felt all over Kenya like an armed thief flood has visited Kiganjo as well.
Kiganjo-Makongeni road has been reduced into red thick water-like substance. A handful of vehicles using this route have worsened matters, some have stuck and others have been caught in a traffic snarl-up.
Driver's pinched faces as they wrestle the steering wheel to the termination of the energy supping road tells all.
To some, floods are a source of income. It is hard to miss a random car wash built overnight.
On the fridges of the road, mama mboga sells as usual but in fear. Those fast pedalling on foot are often perching from one muddy area to another, almost staggering to a kiosk. The market is now reduced to a village setting appearance.
Locals who spoke to Hivisasa on Thursday say laxity of the leaders they elected has caused all this.
"Campaign period they promised to dig a channel all the way to section 1, that would give this waters a route to follow but they (leaders) did not deliver," John Kariuki, a driver says.
Others argued a plan by Thika Town MP was underway.
"Patrick Wainaina has promised to dig a water route, but now it is too late," Yvonne Wawira, a vendor notes.
"At least now we can make some money when we wash vehicles or push those that are stuck. It's true, we are exposing ourselves to waterborne diseases but we don't have a choice," Michael Gathara, a car washer says.
Commuters are now in a dilemma of what to expect when the rains persist.
"Sometimes I fear driving home because it's muddy everywhere and I could get stuck," Moses Kamaru, a tuk-tuk driver adds.
Since it is the wearer of the shoes who knows where it pinches most, locals have challenged local leaders to show their worth.
Kiganjo market mostly serves as a residential hub for students in the neighbouring campuses and workers from different companies.
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