Caption for the landscape image: MCA Alai, chiefs row over 'illegal' buildings in Kileleshwa and Kilimani Wednesday, May 27, 2026 Scroll down to read the article Residents are up in arms against the county government and private developers for violating zoning regulations. By Mary Wangari Correspondent Article Related "I am on my way to the hospital... I am at the hospital, let me finish what I am doing.” That was the response from the Kileleshwa Chief Joyline Gatakaa when the Nation reached out to her at 11.10am on Thursday. PREMIUM Outrage, promises: Nairobi’s familiar script after building disasters A review of major building collapses over the past decade reveals a pattern of regulatory failure. PREMIUM Tall structures that stole shine from Kileleshwa Once orderly suburb, now eclipsed by haphazard buildings, manacing billbords and traffic jam. PREMIUM Police probe Babu Owino, Robert Alai gun drama Police are reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing all those who were present. PREMIUM Alai sued in battle for prime Runda land The firm claims that individuals associated with Alai broke the gate while armed with crude weapons. PREMIUM MCAs ask hard questions on Sakaja, Ruto cooperation deal MCAs say they are yet to be clearly briefed on their place within the new structure. Recommended for you PREMIUM Dutchman, Kenyan woman clash over Sh2.2m ‘love’ gift ends in court PREMIUM Court saves taxpayers Sh120bn in Moi-era supplier claim PREMIUM Why Gachagua’s DCP is not ready to work with Ukombozi coalition PREMIUM Asbestos trap in top schools Login to join the discussion Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. In the headlines Elections News Counties Business Opinion Sports Life & Style Health Podcasts Photos Newsletters Puzzles PREMIUM Dutchman, Kenyan woman clash over Sh2.2m ‘love’ gift ends in court Woman claims the money was voluntarily given as gifts during their relationship. IEBC expands diaspora voting to 26 countries Commission chairman says mapping of more countries has been approved to boost participation by Kenyans abroad. PREMIUM Why tap water is turning green in homes around Lake Victoria Lake that feeds taps, fishermen and millions of livelihoods across East Africa is getting greener.
PREMIUM Outrage, promises: Nairobi’s familiar script after building disasters A review of major building collapses over the past decade reveals a pattern of regulatory failure.
PREMIUM Tall structures that stole shine from Kileleshwa Once orderly suburb, now eclipsed by haphazard buildings, manacing billbords and traffic jam.
PREMIUM Police probe Babu Owino, Robert Alai gun drama Police are reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing all those who were present.
PREMIUM Alai sued in battle for prime Runda land The firm claims that individuals associated with Alai broke the gate while armed with crude weapons.
PREMIUM MCAs ask hard questions on Sakaja, Ruto cooperation deal MCAs say they are yet to be clearly briefed on their place within the new structure.
PREMIUM Dutchman, Kenyan woman clash over Sh2.2m ‘love’ gift ends in court Woman claims the money was voluntarily given as gifts during their relationship.
IEBC expands diaspora voting to 26 countries Commission chairman says mapping of more countries has been approved to boost participation by Kenyans abroad.
PREMIUM Why tap water is turning green in homes around Lake Victoria Lake that feeds taps, fishermen and millions of livelihoods across East Africa is getting greener.
