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Many feared trapped after multistorey building collapses in Kenya

Al Jazeera October 23, 2026 13 views

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In Nairobi’s Eastleigh area, a multistorey building collapsed, leaving many residents feared trapped, officials said.

Investigations revealed that the building had no occupation certificate, although the ground floor was in use at the time of the collapse.

Local authorities are conducting a safety review of the site and surrounding structures following the incident.

Eastleigh is a densely populated suburb of Nairobi, known for its bustling markets and commercial activity.

<small>Source: Al Jazeera — read the original story there.</small>

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