A 16-story building under construction collapsed in Nairobi on January 2, 2026, triggering a rescue effort and raising safety concerns.

A 16-storey building under construction collapsed in Nairobi’s South C neighborhood on January 2, 2026, sending dust and debris across nearby streets. Emergency responders, including the Kenya Red Cross, launched a rescue operation, but no official details on casualties or the cause were released. The incident has renewed concerns over construction safety, regulatory oversight, and approval processes, especially following similar collapses in recent years.