Nairobi Demolition Efforts Target Over 250 Buildings Across Multiple Estates

Nairobi County and the Ministry of Public Works will begin demolishing over 250 dilapidated buildings in various estates today. The targeted areas include Huruma, Hazina, Roysambu, Zimamman, Umoja, Dagoreti, South B, Githurai, and Kahawa West, among others. This move comes after a building collapsed in Huruma, resulting in the deaths of approximately 35 people. Public Works Principal Secretary Paul Mwangi stated that the demolition process will proceed despite potential court interventions by property owners. However, tenants have expressed concerns about the short notice given for evacuation.