Nairobi, Kenya – A building under construction collapsed at dawn on Wednesday near the Odeon/OTC area along Kirinyaga Road, leaving at least six people injured, according to reports.
Rescue Operation
In an update, the Kenya Red Cross confirmed that all six workers who had been trapped in the rubble were successfully rescued in a multi-agency operation involving:
- Nairobi City County Fire Brigade
- National Disaster Operations Centre (NDOC)
- National Police Service
- Kenya Red Cross
“All individuals have now been accounted for,” the Red Cross said in its statement.
Cause Under Investigation
The cause of the collapse and the extent of the damage remain unclear. Authorities are expected to conduct investigations to determine whether structural weaknesses, regulatory lapses, or other factors contributed to the incident.
Broader Context
The collapse highlights ongoing concerns about construction safety standards in Nairobi, where rapid urban development has often been accompanied by questions over compliance with building codes and oversight.
Conclusion
While all trapped workers have been rescued, the incident underscores the urgent need for stricter enforcement of construction regulations to safeguard lives and prevent future tragedies. Investigations into the collapse are underway.
