The National Construction Authority (NCA) has cautioned developers, contractors, and the public to strictly adhere to approved building standards.
This comes after the rise in fatal construction incidents.
In a statement on Friday, March 20, 2026, NCA urged all stakeholders to comply with the structural and safety regulations to curb the increasing number of building collapses.
MCA therefore called for the need for strict adherence to approved structural designs, proper installation and supervision of formwork during concrete works, and continuous on-site supervision by licensed professionals.
The authority also called for full compliance with safety and regulatory requirements, including the National Building Code, 2024, as well as proper demolition procedures under qualified supervision.
It further cautioned the public against developments in riparian reserves and stressed the need for adequate drainage systems and proper site planning to mitigate flood-related risks.
This follows investigations by the authority into the two recent separate building collapse incidents reported on March 18 in Westlands, Nairobi County, and Belgut Sub-County in Kericho County.
According to the authority, earlier investigations suggests that the buildings may have collapsed from inadequate propping and insufficient structural reinforcement, leading to one death and three injuries
However, NCA confirmed that investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances of the collapses and assess compliance with construction regulations.
