According to an update, the building was being put up illegally and had been officially stopped by the Nairobi County government. However, instead of complying with the orders, the developer reportedly continued construction in total disregard of the law.
The situation escalated when the developer allegedly hired goons who attacked county inspection officers sent to enforce the stop order. In a disturbing incident captured on video, one county officer was pushed from the building, resulting in a broken leg. The footage has since sparked public outrage and renewed debate on lawlessness in the construction sector.
Authorities say the developer has been operating with impunity for some time, ignoring enforcement notices and using intimidation to silence oversight teams. The South C collapse has now brought those actions into sharp focus, with many Kenyans questioning how such defiance was allowed to continue.
The incident has reignited calls for accountability, with leaders and residents demanding firm action against rogue developers who put lives at risk for profit. Many argue that the collapse is not just an accident but the result of sustained disregard for safety standards and the rule of law.
As investigations continue, pressure is mounting on county and national agencies to ensure justice is served and to send a clear message that impunity in Nairobi’s construction industry will no longer be tolerated.
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