Two Young Individuals Die After Building Collapses in Gikomba - June 2026

Two young individuals have tragically lost their lives after a building collapsed in Gikomba. The National Construction Authority has initiated a significant crackdown on construction sites in Mombasa due to a rise in unauthorized building alterations, highlighting concerns for public safety. The Kenyan government is under fire for proposing to alter flight paths near Wilson Airport rather than demolishing encroaching commercial buildings. The NCA is cracking down on illegal skyscraper expansions in Mombasa to ensure adherence to building regulations.