Following the collapse of a 16-storey building under construction in Nairobi's South C on Friday, January 2, 2026, Kenyan Members of Parliament have demanded an immediate suspension of all construction activities in parts of the city. The incident left at least two people trapped and triggered an emergency response from several agencies.

• Lang’ata MP Phelix Odiwuor (Jalang’o) described the incident as tragic and unacceptable, calling for safety audits before construction resumes.
• Embakasi East MP Babu Owino linked the collapse to weak oversight and alleged graft within Nairobi City County, demanding investigations into approvals and inspections.
• Concerns arose about the structural integrity of a nearby building, though assessments by the National Construction Authority (NCA) will occur after rescue teams reach the lower floors.

The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) has announced that a new, modern airport at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) is critical for easing congestion and expanding capacity to meet growing air travel demand.

• JKIA handled approximately 8.6 million passengers in 2025, exceeding its design capacity of 7.5 million.
• President William Ruto reiterated the government's commitment to fast-track construction, positioning Kenya as a leading aviation hub.
• Previous plans for a facelift, including a USD1.85 billion deal with India's Adani Group, were canceled in November 2024 due to public pressure and legal challenges.

A 16-storey building under construction collapsed overnight in South C, Nairobi, prompting an emergency response. The cause of the collapse is unknown, and search-and-rescue operations are ongoing with unconfirmed casualties.

• A 16-storey building collapsed in South C, Nairobi.
• The Kenya Red Cross and a multi-agency response team were deployed.
• The incident raises concerns about construction safety standards and enforcement in Nairobi.