A multi-storey building in Eastleigh, Nairobi, collapsed on Monday, trapping dozens inside. The rescue operation, now in its sixth day, has not yet accounted for 16 people. Emergency services have been working around the clock to locate survivors and extract the injured.
The structure, which had been under construction for several months, collapsed early on Monday morning. Initial reports indicated that at least 30 people were inside at the time. Local authorities confirmed that 14 individuals have been rescued so far, with two remaining in critical condition.
The incident has raised concerns about building safety in the area. Officials have not yet released details on the cause of the collapse, but preliminary investigations suggest possible structural weaknesses. The site has been cordoned off, and further inspections are expected in the coming days.
This is not the first such incident in Nairobi. Similar collapses have occurred in the past, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of construction regulations. Community leaders have expressed alarm over the lack of oversight in the city’s rapidly growing informal settlements.
The situation remains under active monitoring, with officials urging patience as the search continues. No official casualty figures have been confirmed, but the number of missing persons is expected to be updated soon.
