Mass House Club Reveals Tough Rules After Death Of University Student

Mass House Club in Nairobi, located at Ngong Racecourse, has issued strict rules for revellers accessing the joint, close to a month after it was under scrutiny over the death of a university student.

The joint was at the centre of social media outrage following the tragic death of the reveller who had gone out to celebrate Valentine's Day. In an official statement, the club reported that the incident took place between the late hours of Friday, February 14, and the early hours of Saturday, February 15, 2025.

While withholding further details, the club expressed its condolences to the affected family and assured that it was cooperating with authorities to investigate the circumstances surrounding the student's death.

"Between the late hours of Friday and early Saturday, an incident occurred within our premises and as such we extend our sympathies to the victim's loved one," the statement read in part on February 18, 2025, adding "Despite us being unable to share any detailed information regarding the incident, we are cooperating fully with the relevant authorities in their ongoing investigation to understand the circumstances surrounding this incident."

Masshouse Club located at the Ngong Racecourse, Nairobi. /TRIP ADVISOR

Masshouse assured its customers of its commitment to transparency and pledged to provide relevant updates on the investigation's progress. Additionally, the club reaffirmed its dedication to ensuring customer safety.

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On March 5, 2025, the club announced that it had resumed full operations following clearance from investigating agencies, stating that "we have fully cooperated with the authorities by providing access to CCTV footage and statements by staff as and when required."

Mass House on Friday, March 7, revealed its security protocol for admission, stating that it reserves the right of admission and that entry is at the sole discretion of management and security personnel. 

"Only individuals aged 23 years and above will be permitted entry. Valid identification must be presented upon request to verify age. Acceptable forms of ID include a government-issued ID card, driver's license, or passport," read the statement seen by Viral Tea.

"All patrons must carry valid and original identification at all times. Entry will be denied without proper identification."

Furthermore, the entertainment joint outlined its dress code, stating that "To maintain a respectful and safe environment, the following dress code will be strictly enforced: No slippers or sandals are permitted. No shorts are allowed."

For its intoxication policy, Mass House stated that overly intoxicated persons will not be permitted to enter the premises and will no longer be served any more alcohol, adding that its management and security staff reserve the right to determine levels of intoxication and act accordingly.

Furthermore, in terms of behaviour and conduct, rude, rowdy, or aggressive patrons will be denied entry, and any form of aggression, rudeness, or disrespect towards staff will not be tolerated.

"Conflict and Altercation Policy: Any individual who initiates or is involved in an altercation will be immediately removed from the premises. Management reserves the right to ban individuals involved in incidents from future entry.

"Failure to comply with the above protocols may result in denial of entry or removal from the premises without a refund. These protocols are established to ensure a safe, respectful, and enjoyable environment for all patrons and staff," added the guidelines.

Reports on the matter had suggested that the student's death may have been caused by injuries allegedly sustained during an altercation.

News of the student's death quickly went viral after his brother, using the handle @ross_corleone, shared the tragic incident on X. Kenyans on X immediately reacted, demanding answers about the circumstances surrounding his death.

"Good morning, Kenyans. Please assist me, I lost my brother on Sunday at Mass House. The police report said the joint found a young man collapsed kwa stairs, autopsy jana (yesterday) shows he was killed," his tweet read.