Kenya: Industry Players Push for Safer, Standardized Elevators Amid Nairobi’s Vertical Growth

Nairobi — Industry stakeholders are urging stronger safety and compliance measures for elevators and escalators as Nairobi and other cities build taller, denser structures.

The stakeholders speaking during the inaugural International Sourcing Exposition for Elevators and Escalators (ISEE) Africa 2025 argue that the push is informed by rising safety concerns in high-rise buildings, where poorly maintained or improperly installed lifts pose significant risks to users.

Zakaria Lukorito, Director…