Editor's Review

The Paai Bridge which was constructed by the county government of Kajiado cost more than Sh100, 000,000.

A bridge that was opened last week by Kajiado Governor Joseph Ole Lenku has collapsed.

The tragedy was caused by heavy rains. 

{Paai bridge collapse. Image: Courtesy}

The Paai Bridge which was constructed by the county government of Kajiado cost more than Sh100, 000,000.

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{Paai bridge during the launch. Image: Courtesy}

Pictures from the scene showed part of the bridge had fallen.

Residents say the remaining pillars of the bridge appear weak and shaky. 

{Paai bridge collapse. Image: Courtesy}

The bridge was to serve Kajiado East, Central and South people.

{Kajiado Governor Ole Lenku during the launch of Paai Bridge. Image: Courtesy}

The bridge was set to benefit farmers and pastoralists in Eselenkei, Emashini, Iltuleta, Olanti Mashuuru, and Lenkisim villages.

The area is dominantly practising pastoralism and farming.