Fourth day of rescue operations ongoing at collapsed Eastleigh building on October 26, 2026/EZEKIEL AMING'A

Rescue operations at the site of a collapsed building in Eastleigh, Nairobi, entered their fourth day on Monday as emergency teams continued searching for possible survivors.

The multi-storey building, which was under construction, collapsed along 9th Street on Friday, October 23, prompting a search-and-rescue operation involving emergency responders and specialised equipment.

Police have cordoned off the affected area to facilitate rescue efforts, with members of the public urged to keep away from the site to allow emergency teams unhindered access.

Rescue operations ongoing at collapsed Eastleigh building on October 26, 2026/EZEKIEL AMING'A

The National Police Service said it was supporting the ongoing rescue operation as teams worked at the scene.

Authorities have also urged the public to avoid the affected sections of Yusuf Haji Avenue and 9th Street as the operation continues.

Fourth day of rescue operations ongoing at collapsed Eastleigh building on October 26, 2026/EZEKIEL AMING'A

Families seeking information about relatives who may be missing have been advised to report to the Kenya Red Cross desk established at the site or call the emergency response number 1199.

On Sunday, four people had been rescued from the rubble and taken to hospital following the collapse.

Rescue operations remained ongoing on Monday.

Rescue operations ongoing at collapsed Eastleigh building on October 26, 2026/EZEKIEL AMING'A
Fourth day of rescue operations ongoing at collapsed Eastleigh building on October 26, 2026/EZEKIEL AMING'A
Rescue operations ongoing at collapsed Eastleigh building on October 26, 2026/EZEKIEL AMING'A