Several people are feared trapped after a multi-storey building under construction collapsed along 9th Street in Eastleigh, Nairobi, Kenya, on Friday, October 23, 2026. The incident occurred around 1 p.m. in a busy commercial area, raising fears for construction workers, shop occupants and passers-by.
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Emergency responders rushed to the scene to search for survivors. Nairobi police chief Issa Mohamud said officers had been deployed to coordinate the operation, while rescue teams began working through the rubble. A woman was reportedly rescued injured and taken to hospital, but authorities had not confirmed the overall casualty toll.
Police also fired tear gas to disperse crowds after people reportedly blocked roads, preventing emergency teams from accessing the site. The disruption complicated rescue efforts as officials worked to secure the area and reach anyone who might be trapped.
The cause of the collapse remains unknown. The incident has renewed concerns about building safety and construction oversight in Nairobi as rescue operations continue.
