DPP charges embattled Patrick Analo, 80 others over deadly South C building collapse
Questions have also persisted over how the development grew beyond its original approvals...
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The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved charges against former Nairobi County planning chief Patrick Analo Akivaga and over 80 other individuals, including developers and construction professionals, in connection with the deadly collapse of Manzil Towers in South C, Nairobi.
- The collapse on January 2, 2026, resulted in the deaths of two people.
- Patrick Analo Akivaga, the former Chief Officer for Urban Planning, faces charges of abuse of office and neglect of official duty.
- Charges approved by the DPP include manslaughter, abuse of office, neglect of official duty, and document-related offences, following revelations of ignored stop orders and exceeding approved plans.
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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.
