A fire in an informal settlement in Durban resulted in one death and the destruction of 44 structures, displacing numerous residents, according to SABC News.

Westlands MP Wanyonyi has extended support to over 200 victims of a fire that occurred in Githogoro on June 26, 2026, around noon. The incident left many residents homeless as their houses and belongings were destroyed by the flames.

A fire in the Bluegum section of Duduza, City of Ekurhuleni, resulted in the deaths of four family members, including an elderly woman and twin toddlers, on Wednesday. The incident has been described as tragic.

A fire broke out at the Machakos Mitumba Market around midnight on Saturday, causing significant damage to the mabati structures. Firefighters were able to contain the blaze, but traders suffered heavy losses as a result of the incident, according to Eastleigh Voice.

A fire broke out in Nairobi's South B area in the early hours of Monday, September 7, destroying shops along Kapiti Road as flames spread towards the nearby Golden Gate Estate. According to local reports cited by The Kenya Times, the blaze started around midnight and continued into the early morning. Videos circulating online showed large flames and thick smoke at the scene. The cause of the fire and any casualties were not detailed in the report.

A wildfire on Mount Kenya has destroyed 8,700 hectares of vegetation, according to Capital FM Business. The blaze is reported to have started near Rutundu Lodge in the moorlands the previous week and spread rapidly, driven by strong winds and high temperatures. The fire poses a threat to the mountain's unique ecosystem, which is a vital water catchment area and home to diverse wildlife. Details on containment efforts or casualties were not provided.