Building Collapse in Dar es Salaam Kills 13

A four-storey building collapsed in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on November 16, 2024, resulting in the death of at least 13 individuals, with more than 80 others rescued. The tragic event occurred in the bustling Kariakoo market around 9 AM local time, prompting extensive rescue efforts hampered by the building's complex structure. President Samia Suluhu Hassan confirmed that 26 people remain hospitalized and assured government support for medical expenses and burial arrangements. Eyewitnesses noted construction work was being conducted just prior to the collapse, raising concerns about enforcement of building safety regulations in the rapidly growing city. Authorities plan a thorough inspection of buildings in the area following the incident, which has drawn criticism for the recurring issue of unregulated construction practices. Investigations into the cause of the collapse are set to begin once rescue operations are completed.