Engineers blame collapsed buildings on rogue developers, regulatory gaps

Harrison Keter, Vice‑President of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya, said that while some engineers are involved, most of the responsibility lies with developers. Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..

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A series of building collapses in Nairobi has been attributed by engineers to developer negligence and gaps in regulatory oversight, rather than a lack of engineering competence.

Engineers place the blame primarily on developers who often disregard specifications or replace engineers during construction.
The Institution of Engineers of Kenya (IEK), represented by Vice-President Harrison Keter, called for stronger enforcement and accountability for all parties involved in unsafe structures.
Recent incidents include collapses in South C, Kahawa West, and Uthiru, highlighting ongoing safety concerns amidst rapid urban expansion.

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