{"id":9044,"date":"2026-04-29T14:05:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T14:05:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kenyatopstories.co.ke\/?p=9044"},"modified":"2026-04-29T14:05:21","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T14:05:21","slug":"aak-sounds-alarm-on-quack-architects-as-collapsing-buildings-spur-call-for-industry-sanity","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kenyatopstories.co.ke\/index.php\/2026\/04\/29\/aak-sounds-alarm-on-quack-architects-as-collapsing-buildings-spur-call-for-industry-sanity\/","title":{"rendered":"AAK SOUNDS ALARM ON \u2018QUACK ARCHITECTS\u2019 AS COLLAPSING BUILDINGS SPUR CALL FOR INDUSTRY SANITY"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Arch Yassin Munyanya Treasurer Architectural Association of Kenya<\/p>\n\n\n\n

AAK SOUNDS ALARM ON \u2018QUACK ARCHITECTS\u2019 AS COLLAPSING BUILDINGS SPUR CALL FOR INDUSTRY SANITY <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Story By Bruno Aero Family Media Staff Writer 29th April 2026 3Hrs Nairobi, April 29, 2026 \u2014 <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) has raised the red flag over the rise of unqualified \u201cquack architects,\u201d blaming them for a surge in unsafe and collapsing buildings across the country.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Arch Yassin Munyanya Treasurer (AAK) Speaking during a national public participation forum held at a Nairobi hotel, an AAK representative and licensed engineer said the infiltration of quacks into the construction sector is now a \u201cparamount threat\u201d to public safety and professional integrity.\u201cThese quack architects are mocking the industry,\u201d The Archt Yassin said. \u201cWe are seeing poorly designed structures failing and collapsing, putting lives at risk and eroding trust in the built environment.\u201dThe AAK called for urgent, coordinated action to restore sanity in the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The association emphasized that only registered, qualified professionals should be allowed to design and approve building plans. It urged county governments, the National Construction Authority, and the public to verify credentials before engaging architectural services.\u201cThis is a game changer moment,\u201d the AAK representative noted. \u201cWe must revolt against substandard practice and demand accountability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The call to action is clear: protect Kenyans by ensuring a better, safer built environment.\u201dAAK also pointed to global best practices, noting that strong regulatory enforcement and public awareness have helped other countries curb the rise of quack practitioners. The association plans to intensify public education campaigns and work with authorities to blacklist repeat offenders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With Kenya\u2019s construction boom continuing, AAK warned that failure to act will lead to more loss of life and property. \u201cProfessionalism is not optional. It\u2019s the foundation of every safe building,\u201d the engineer added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The forum brought together architects, engineers, developers, and government officials to chart reforms aimed at tightening licensing, inspections, and penalties for malpractice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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