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June 7, 2026
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AAK Condemns Prosecution of Nairobi Planning Committee Members Over South C Building Collapse

AAK Condemns Prosecution of Nairobi Planning Committee Members Over South C Building Collapse

AAK said that while it supports accountability in matters involving structural safety and loss of life, prosecutions must be directed at those who exercised executive authority. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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The Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) has condemned the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) for charging members of the Nairobi City County Urban Planning Technical Committee (UPTC) over the South C Building collapse.

  • The collapse of Manzil Towers on January 2, 2026, claimed the lives of two security guards.
  • AAK argued that the UPTC provides technical advice but lacks final decision-making authority for development approvals.
  • The association stated that statutory approval power rests with the County Executive Committee Member, not the technical committee.
  • AAK called for the withdrawal of charges, asserting that accountability should follow authority.

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