A multi-agency rescue team retrieved the second female body from the Eastleigh building collapse site on November 3, 2026. The National Police Service confirmed that the victim was female, bringing the total death toll to two. Both fatalities have been women. The rescue team has been working tirelessly to locate those trapped in the debris of the collapsed multi-storey structure on 9th Street in Eastleigh, Nairobi.
The building came down on Friday, October 23, 2026, and was still under construction at the time. It was reported to be between 16 and 18 storeys tall. The scale of the collapse has made the search-and-rescue effort particularly challenging, requiring specialised equipment and a coordinated multi-agency response. Four people have been pulled out alive since rescue operations began.
Eleven individuals remain unaccounted for, with teams still working to determine their whereabouts beneath the debris. The National Police Service expressed condolences to the families and friends of the deceased and wished the injured a full and speedy recovery. The police have urged the public to stay clear of the site to avoid hampering rescue efforts.
Overcrowding near active disaster sites can obstruct access for emergency responders and delay the removal of debris. The National Police Service said in its latest public statement that members of the public are urged to keep away from the affected site to allow emergency responders, specialised equipment, and rescue personnel to continue the arduous task of clearing the remaining debris.
The service added that it remains committed to supporting the ongoing operation and pledged to issue further updates as developments unfold. The rescue efforts have been ongoing for nearly two weeks, and the police have assured the public that they are doing everything possible to locate those still trapped.
The building collapse has raised concerns about the safety of construction sites in Nairobi, and an investigation into the cause of the collapse is likely to be conducted. For now, the focus remains on finding those still missing and providing support to the families of the victims.
The National Police Service has assured the public that it will provide updates on the progress of the rescue efforts. The incident has sparked widespread concern, and many have offered condolences to the families of the victims.
Key points
- The death toll from the Eastleigh building collapse has risen to two, with 11 people still missing.
- The building was still under construction when it collapsed, and its height of 16-18 storeys made the rescue efforts challenging.
- The National Police Service has urged the public to stay away from the site to allow emergency responders to continue the rescue efforts.
