Fire Breaks Out in Nairobi CBD Building

The cause of the fire is yet to be established...

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A fire has broken out in a building along Kumasi Road in Nairobi's Central Business District, affecting several shops.

Numerous shops have been destroyed, with significant property damage reported, although casualty figures remain unconfirmed.
Emergency fire services were promptly deployed to the scene, while the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
The building is located next to Barkat Biashara Mall, opposite the Simba Coach booking centre, drawing attention from curious onlookers.

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