Senate launches probe into Nairobi building collapses amid safety concerns

Listen to articleThe Committee's inquiry will also draw on findings from the National Building Inspectorate's 2025 audit, which assessed 396 developments across the country and found that 87 per cent either failed to meet building standards or lacked the necessary approvals.The Senate is set to investigate recurring building collapses in Nairobi, amid concerns over widespread breaches of construction standards, weak regulatory enforcement and possible professional negligence.