The fire is said to have begun due to a cooking gas incident at Madal Restaurant and Cafe on the first floor of the building.
In another devastating blaze, two warehouses in the Kingorani area of Mombasa were engulfed in flames, destroying electronic equipment and restaurant appliances worth millions of shillings.
"This government is even worse than the flood itself. They demolished our houses and left us with nowhere to go."
Demolitions are currently ongoing at the site, with most of the inhabitants with nowhere to go.
Neighbours were quick to notice the billowing smoke emanating from the house and started fighting the fire.
The onset of floods caught many residents off guard, particularly those living along the riverbanks.
This flooding not only disrupts the daily operations of businesses but also hampers movement of people in the bustling commercial hub.
Earlier this week, the village faced yet another crisis when a fire swept through 66 houses, leaving dozens homeless and without their belongings.
Eyewitnesses reported that the blaze started around 11 am, and is believed to have been sparked by a cooking stove.
Seven days have passed since relentless floodwaters ravaged Kamukunji's Kitui Village, leaving a landscape of destruction and despair.
Despite the plea, some residents were reluctant to move, citing financial constraints and a lack of alternatives.
Many families prioritised the safety of their children who later found refuge at a nearby church.