This archive report was first published on 25 May 2020.
On a fateful night in May 2020, a fire ravaged through Kibra slums, leaving a trail of destruction and despair in its wake.
Forty families, who called the slums home, were left without shelter, forced to spend the night in the cold. The incident was a stark reminder of the harsh realities faced by many in Kenya's urban slums.
The fire, which occurred on May 25, 2020, was a devastating blow to the affected families, who lost everything in the blaze.
As the community came together to provide support and assistance, the incident served as a stark reminder of the need for improved living conditions and emergency services in Kenya's urban slums.
