Nairobi, Nov. 28 -- Tough new regulations aimed at curbing the frequent collapse of buildings are waiting for MPs' approval.

The rules, developed by the National Construction Authority (NCA), were to be tabled in Parliament last year but the House adjourned indefinitely to pave the way for the General Elections before they could be presented.

Now, the committee responsible says it will seek approval from the House.

According to the regulations, a public or private developer who defies building regulations put in place by the National Construction Authority (NCA) will be fined Sh1 million or three years imprisonment.

The Draft National Building Code, 2020 states that a developer must engage the services of a registered contractor with ...