KRA explains why there will be alarms and heavy security around Nairobi Times Tower building
By Emmanuel Rono, March 18, 2026The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a public notice informing residents and commuters in Nairobi’s Central Business District to expect simulated emergency activities at Times Tower on Wednesday, March 18, 2026.
In a public notice on Tuesday, March 18, 2026, the authority said the planned fire drill is part of the authority’s routine safety measures to enhance emergency preparedness and ensure the security of its staff, tenants, and visitors.
“The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) wishes to notify the public that a fire drill exercise will be conducted on Wednesday, 18th March 2026, at Times Tower Building,” the notice read.
The exercise is also a requirement for compliance with statutory fire safety regulations, ensuring that both staff and visitors are well-prepared in the event of an emergency.
“The exercise is part of KRA’s ongoing efforts to enhance emergency preparedness and ensure the safety of staff and the public, in compliance with statutory fire safety requirements. The exercise will be conducted efficiently and is expected to take a minimal amount of time,” the notice added.
What to Expect
During the exercise, members of the public and those within the vicinity of the Haile Selassie Avenue landmark should anticipate evacuation procedures and coordination among safety teams.
“During the drill, simulated emergency response activities will be conducted, including evacuation procedures and coordination among safety teams,” KRA said.
The authority further advised the members of the public in and around the building to expect visible signs of the drill, including alarms and increased activity by emergency teams.
Alarm activations
KRA said that despite the potentially alarming nature of such activities, there is no cause for concern.
“As a result, members of the public, visitors, and tenants within Times Tower Building and its environs may notice alarm activations, movement of staff, and an increased presence of safety and emergency response teams. KRA would like to reassure the members of the public that this is a procedural safety exercise and should not be a cause for alarm,” KRA noted.