A building has collapsed at Blue Estate, Shauri Moyo, Kamukunji Sub-County, in Nairobi, following an attempted demolition on Monday, March 16.

The structure is among those situated along the riparian corridor of the Nairobi River earmarked for removal under the ongoing Nairobi River Regeneration Project, implemented by the Nairobi Rivers Commission.

Reports indicate that some individuals may be trapped in the collapsed structure.

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF), National Police Service (NPS), National Government Administrative Officers (NGAOs) and the Kenya Red Cross have since been deployed to the scene, with search and rescue operations currently underway.

So far, two individuals have been successfully rescued from the collapsed wall. One of the victims sustained slight injuries and has been taken to hospital for medical attention, while the other person is safe and unharmed.

The Office of the County Commissioner, Nairobi North, says it is actively monitoring the situation and will provide updates as rescue and assessment operations progress.

“Confirmation of any casualties or injuries will be communicated through official channels once verified,” says the Nairobi North Sub-Region County Commissioner Simon Odhiambo Osumba. “Members of the public are strongly urged to stay clear of the affected area to allow emergency teams to operate without obstruction.”

More to follow…