The regional business hub saw developments in banking, retail, hospitality, and real estate.

The Authority said preliminary investigations have attributed the scaffold collapse to poor installation, inadequate maintenance, and safety oversights.

In the subsequent demonstrations, Eastleigh’s business community continued to focus on recovery, hoping for stability in the months ahead.

The three – Hassan Ali Zahir, Omar Sultan Omar and Suleiman Abdi were arrested after allegedly fatally stabbing Emmanuel Inyanza, a resident of Third Street in Eastleigh on December 29, 2024.

The suspects, identified as Anna Abdirahaman and his wife, Hayat Mohamed, are accused of trafficking multiple individuals, including a 17-year-old girl.

Despite efforts to tarnish its reputation, Eastleigh has remained a beacon of stability in Nairobi. The area continues to thrive as a major business hub, attracting investors and visitors alike.

Several major roads in the area have turned into makeshift garbage disposal sites, causing discomfort and disruptions for residents, traders, and motorists.

The accused, Mohamed Abdikadir Omar and Abdikarim Mohamed Ali, are alleged to target taxi operators, food vendors, and pedestrians in the area.

The provisions, which included foodstuffs, clothes, and bubble balloons for children, invited a festive mood, albeit for a moment, in the Kamukunji slum, still reeling from the fresh wounds of trauma and loss.

Senior Assistant DPP Gikui Gichuhi, head of the Homicides Prosecutions Unit at the Office of the DPP, notified the Milimani High Court that the suspect will be charged with the murders of the four women.

The county government's move aims to improve commuter access to the CBD, streamline public transport services, and reduce congestion in Nairobi's busy streets.

Her book, divided into 11 chapters, is written in the form of poetry. It recounts her life experiences and warns readers, particularly young girls, about the risks of illegal migration.

The launch drew hundreds of attendees, including local business people, residents, and leaders such as Kamukunji Member of Parliament Yusuf Hassan and area Assistant County Commissioner Mohamed Adow.

The sewage system in the area had been blocked, resulting in road flooding during rainfall. Workers removed the sludge to address the issue, but it was left next to the same sewage system.

Security officials assured the community that they would take firm action against any criminal activities and ensure the safety of all residents and business operators.

Sumeya's mother, Fartun Isman, has appealed for help, saying her main concern is to be reunited with her daughter.

Abdirahim was shot dead and his mobile phone stolen. Police recovered a spent cartridge at the scene of the shooting and the same has been kept as an exhibit in the case.

The event, attended by local leaders and residents, focused on encouraging the youth to assist police in reporting illegal activities and highlighting the harmful effects of crime.

Some argue that the ongoing raids seem to target communities that already face huge vulnerabilities in the country, mainly refugees and asylum seekers.

Police revealed that the suspect is also connected to the murder of Police Constable David Mayaka of DCI Makadara.

Investigators say Hashim is suspected to be part of a gang hired to kill three women from Eastleigh: Warris Daud, her daughter, and her niece, Nusayba Abdi.

As the festive season progresses, Eastleigh is expected to become even busier. While the congestion poses challenges, the economic opportunities it brings provide a welcome boost for businesses and transport operators alike.

Investigations have revealed that many of the attackers are from Somalia and Ethiopia, with a significant number residing in Eastleigh.

Barnett said he had made it a priority to visit the neighbourhood and get a feel of the community and its vast development.

She often faces harassment from Nairobi City County’s officials, who chase away undesignated vendors like her.

The disturbing nature of the video has stirred emotions among social media users, especially on TikTok and has raised concerns about safety in the city.

Speaking to The Eastleigh Voice, a senior police officer suggested that the incident might have been motivated by jealousy or a possible setup involving Abdirahim's relationship with the woman, though no conclusions have so far been reached.

The remains were dumped alongside Deka's items which upon investigations and analysis led the detectives to the apartments in Lavington where she lived.

The mud discharge extended to Yusuf Haji Avenue and Captain Mungai Street, creating hazards for both motorists and pedestrians.

Eastleigh is currently attracting large numbers of customers who are shopping in preparation for upcoming festivities next month.