Three people dead, six rescued after building collapses in Kibera

Three people have been killed as six others were rescued following the collapse of a building in the Highrise area of Kibera, Nairobi County.

Authorities led by the Kenya Red Cross confirmed that the collapsed building in the Highrise area of Kibera, Nairobi, was under construction at the time of the incident.

Response teams have recovered three bodies, while six individuals have been rescued and rushed to Mbagathi Hospital for medical attention.

"Highrise Building Collapse Update: The collapsed building was under construction. Six individuals have been rescued and taken to Mbagathi Hospital. Response teams remain on site," stated the organisation.

Following the incident, authorities have called on construction sites to strictly adhere to safety regulations and building standards to prevent such incidents.

Residents and workers have been advised to report unsafe construction activities or structural concerns.

Members of the public have also been urged to keep out of the area to allow emergency responders adequate space to carry out rescue operations safely and efficiently.