Manzil Towers Collapse: Public officials, developers face manslaughter charges
The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved criminal charges against a number of public officials, developers, and professionals in connection with the collapse of Manzil Towers in South C, Nairobi, on 2 January 2026. In a press statement, the Office of the Director of..
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The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved criminal charges, including manslaughter, against public officials, developers, and professionals following the collapse of Manzil Towers in South C, Nairobi, on January 2, 2026.
- Charges include manslaughter, abuse of office, and neglect of official duty.
- Key suspect identified: Patrick Analo Akivaga, facing charges for Abuse of Office and Neglect of Official Duty.
- The collapse tragically resulted in the loss of two lives.
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DPP Charges 81 Individuals Over Manzil Towers Collapse - June 2026
The Director of Public Prosecutions has approved charges against former Nairobi County planning chief Patrick Analo Akivaga and 80 other individuals, including developers and construction professionals, in connection with the deadly collapse of Manzil Towers in South C, Nairobi. The charges include manslaughter and criminal negligence. The collapse occurred on January 2, 2026, and claimed the lives of two security guards. Additionally, Nairobi County officials are among those facing criminal charges for their roles in the incident.
