Space object that landed in Makueni was from rocket: Kenya Space Agency

In a statement, the agency explained that such objects, measuring approximately 2.5 metres in diameter and weighing about 500 kg, are usually designed to burn up as they re-enter the Earth's atmosphere or fall over unoccupied areas, such as the oceans.

After receiving the information, KSA officials rushed to the scene alongside local authorities to secure the area and retrieved the debris for further investigations. The officials revealed that more analysis will be done to determine the object's origin. 

"This is an isolated case, which the Agency will investigate and address using the established framework under the International Space law," the statement read in part. 

"The Agency wishes to thank the local residents of Mukuku village for their prompt action in reporting the incident to the authorities and for their cooperation in ensuring public safety."