There are several factors that can contribute to the collapse of buildings in Kenya, including:
1. Poor Quality Construction Materials: The use of substandard construction materials can weaken the structural integrity of a building, making it more prone to collapse.
2. Use of unprofessional and failing to adhere to Construction County and NCA approval process.
3. Lack of Building Regulations and Inspections: Lack of strict building regulations and a lack of enforcement of building codes can result in substandard construction practices, making buildings more prone to collapse.
4. Unskilled Labor: The use of unskilled labor can result in improper construction practices and a lack of attention to detail, which can contribute to the collapse of buildings.
5. Natural Disasters: Kenya is prone to natural disasters such as earthquakes and heavy rain, which can weaken or damage buildings and make them more prone to collapse.
6. Poor Maintenance: Neglecting to properly maintain buildings over time can result in weakened structures and other problems that can lead to collapse.
7. Overloading: Overloading buildings beyond their designed capacity can put additional stress on the structure, making it more prone to collapse.
8. Poor Foundation Design: A poorly designed foundation can result in a weakened building structure, making it more prone to collapse.
9. Employment of construction shortcuts by contractions and developers.
These are some of the main causes of collapsing buildings in Kenya. It’s important to take steps to address these issues and to ensure that buildings are constructed to high standards and are properly maintained to prevent building collapses and protect the safety of occupants.