5 Killed, Dozens Injured in Building Collapse in Tanzania

A four-story building collapse in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania's economic capital, has left at least five people dead and dozens injured.

Authorities fear more victims may still be trapped beneath the rubble as rescue operations continue.

Peter Metui, Chief of the Fire Brigade in Dar es Salaam, confirmed the casualties and expressed concern over the possibility of additional people being buried under the debris.

Rescue teams, including the Tanzanian Red Cross, have successfully pulled 56 individuals from the wreckage.

The tragedy has highlighted the recurring issue of unsafe construction practices in rapidly urbanizing regions.

While investigations into the cause of the collapse are underway, poor building regulations and oversight are often cited as contributing factors in similar incidents.