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.