Construction site collapse kills one, injures three in Nyamasheke
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Workers searching for victims after a wall collapsed at a construction site in Nyamasheke District on Tuesday, January 16. Courtesy

A building under construction collapsed in Nyamasheke District, Ruharambuga sector, Kanazi cell, a location commonly referred to as "Shangazi”. The incident occurred at a fuel station construction site, leading to the immediate death of one person, while three others sustained injuries.

The news was first reported by the national broadcaster, RBA, around noon on Tuesday, January 16.

The incident adds to the challenges faced by the district, as heavy rains have been wreaking havoc, resulting in road closures for maintenance purposes.