firefighters Stories

Proposed law seeks to strengthen coordinated emergency response to fire outbreaks
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 28, 2025

The proposed law also aims to modernise firefighting techniques by encouraging the use of advanced equipment and technology.

Nairobi firefighters decry low pay, poor working conditions
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 28, 2025

Speaking during a consultative meeting with Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, the firefighters highlighted how the outdated equipment and logistical chall...

Inside plans by City Hall to boost Nairobi's disaster response
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 24, 2025

Sakaja said the new authority is expected to operate autonomously to improve disaster preparedness and response across the city.

Devastating fire destroys property worth millions in Kwale
Mishi Gongo  |  Aug 07, 2024

Kwale's head of firefighters, Peter Njeka, reported that the emergency services received a distress call at approximately 1:30 p.m.

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