National Construction Authority Issues Statement on Rongo Building Collapse

   By John Kariuki In a tragic incident in Rongo Town, Migori County, a seven-story building under construction collapsed at approximately 4:30 p.m. The collapse resulted in injuries to three individuals—a security guard and two children—who were struck by falling debris. They were promptly rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment. Search and rescue operations are currently underway to ensure that no additional victims are trapped or injured.The National Construction Authority (NCA) has confirmed that the project was registered under registration number 51625315710072. The developer on record is Mr. Daniel Obuya Ooko. The consultants involved include Architect Joseph Ralph Odhiambo (A577), Engineer Joel Kireu Wairua (A2699), and Quantity Surveyor Brian Otieno Oluoch (Q1046). The contractor for the project is Build High Enterprises.Prior to the collapse, the NCA had suspended construction on the site after a routine quality assurance check raised concerns about the building’s structural integrity. The developer had been directed to provide a structural integrity report before resuming work.In a statement, Eng. Maurice Akech, Executive Director and Registrar of Contractors, assured the public that a thorough investigation would be conducted to determine the cause of the failure. “Any individual found to have acted in contravention of the law or defied lawful directives will face the full force of the law,” Akech stated.The NCA emphasized its commitment to enforcing construction regulations and ensuring the safety of developments across the country.This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of adhering to building codes and maintaining rigorous oversight in the construction industry to prevent such tragedies.  Read More