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January 2, 2026
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Collapsed South C building cited for violations thrice: City Hall

Collapsed South C building cited for violations thrice: City Hall

Nairobi City County says the South C building that collapsed had been cited several times in 2025...

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A building in Nairobi's South C area collapsed, trapping two people and prompting an ongoing rescue operation. City Hall revealed the 14-storey structure had been cited for violations three times prior to its collapse.

  • The building faced enforcement actions in May, July, and December 2025 for infractions.
  • Nairobi City County, the Kenya Defence Forces Disaster Response Battalion, the National Youth Service, and the Nairobi Fire Brigade are involved in rescue efforts.
  • Preliminary assessments indicate a pancake collapse, with engineers monitoring neighboring buildings for structural compromise.

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