Pillars of impunity: 30 deaths in five years and no end to Kenya’s building collapses
The pattern has become eerily familiar: A building collapses, authorities announce that it was...
Emergency personnel work at the site of a building collapse in Eastleigh, Nairobi, Kenya, October 23, 2026.
A building collapses, authorities announce that it was constructed illegally or in violation of approved plans, questions emerge about inspections, and promises are made to act against developers and public officials found culpable.
Relatives remain hopeful that their loved ones will be found alive.
Police lob tear gas to disperse curious onlookers and make way for rescuers.
Four people sustained injuries and were rushed for medical treatment.
Powerful individuals in Sakaja’s administration accused of interfering with building approval process.
Ten suspects face prosecution over the January tragedy.
Kenya Vision 2030’s outline of Lapsset included a proposed oil refinery in Lamu.
CCTV footage helped identify the MCA in three reported theft incidents.
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