A fire erupted at the juakali section of Gikomba Market on Friday, February 20, causing panic among traders and shoppers. The blaze, whose cause is yet to be determined, reportedly destroyed goods of unknown value before firefighters and traders worked to contain it.

• The fire occurred at Gikomba Market's juakali section, a location prone to frequent fire incidents.
• A Nairobi City County Government fire engine from Kangundo Road Fire Station responded to the scene.
• The market has a history of destructive fires, with incidents in 2025 and last year (April and May) causing significant losses, including over Ksh300 million in the May incident alone.
• The Nairobi county government previously established a dedicated Gikomba Fire Station and the national government directed the issuance of an official Title Deed within 90 days of November 2024 to address underlying issues.