Building Collapses in Kiambu

Barely a week after the architectural association warned of the possible collapse of more buildings under construction in and around the city due to poor workmanship, scores of people are now feared dead after a five story building under construction collapsed in Kiambu. So far two people have been confirmed dead with more than 20 construction workers reportedly trapped in rubble. Police Commissioner Mathew Iteere who visited the site said only twelve people had so far been rescued and were being treated at the Kiambu district hospital. The mishap occurred barely a week after another building under construction also collapsed in Nairobis Huruma area. At this hour, military personnel have teamed up with the Red Cross and other rescue personnel in Kiambu in the rescue efforts that have been hampered by the heavy rains.

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[ngaramelb]

its doesnt matter who did it engineerrs are to balme not the owner further more you could stopped the building from collapsing you council

[daniells71]

Uhm my friend, buildings like that get diligently completed in 12 weeks depending on finances. Don't let me convince you, find out for yourself!!

[mseewaotu]

how can such a big building be completed under 6 months....

[Patdisel]

The government needs to seriously look into improving disaster management nationwide by procuring proper equipment, hiring & training rescue workers, enforcing building codes & proper licensing of building contractors. Why is Kenya so disorganised & yet we claim to be educated people yet we are in so much disarray.