Dar es Salaam Building Collapse: 13 Dead, Rescue Ongoing

A four-story building in Dar es Salaam's Kariakoo market collapsed, resulting in at least 13 deaths and dozens of injuries. Over 80 people have been rescued, with 26 still hospitalized as of Sunday, according to President Samia Suluhu Hassan. The collapse occurred on Saturday morning before the market became too busy, aiding in rescue efforts. The cause of the collapse is under investigation, with reports suggesting potential structural deficiencies possibly linked to recent underground expansions. Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has affirmed that rescue operations will continue until all trapped individuals are reached. The incident highlights ongoing issues with building regulations in rapidly growing cities like Dar es Salaam, reminiscent of past tragedies such as the 2013 building collapse that killed 34 people.