Nairobi buildings Stories

Experts warn of Nairobi high-rise crisis as illegal buildings undermine safety, oversight
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 25, 2025

Professional groups expressed concerns that the city’s development control processes have weakened and that political interference has led to bypassin...

Mombasa residents evacuated as cracked building sparks collapse fears
Farhiya Hussein  |  Apr 03, 2025

According to county officials, residents raised the alarm around 7.30 pm, prompting a swift response from emergency teams.

Relief for contractors after City Hall cuts building approval timeline to two weeks
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 20, 2025

The move aims to eliminate bureaucratic delays that have long frustrated developers, increased costs, and stalled projects.

Public outcry as Nairobi County government pushes for 75-storey buildings policy
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

Residents criticised the county for failing to manage drainage issues and enforce environmental protection measures in Parklands.

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