Nairobi Building Collapse Leaves Several Feared Trapped as Rescue Efforts Continue
A multi-storey building under construction collapsed on 9th Street in Eastleigh, Nairobi, on Friday, leaving several people feared trapped beneath the rubble. The collapse occurred at about 1 p.m. in a busy commercial area, raising concerns for workers, shop occupants and passers-by. Emergency teams were deployed to search for survivors, and one injured woman was reportedly rescued and taken to hospital. Rescue access was reportedly delayed after crowds blocked nearby roads. Police used tear gas to disperse the crowd and clear the way for emergency responders. The cause of the collapse and the total number of casualties have not yet been confirmed.
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