Negligence blamed for Jagersfontein disaster
Updated | By OFM
The Kopanong Local Municipality in the Free State claims that negligence played a large part in the Jagersfontein mine dam disaster.
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The disaster has left more than 100 people destitute, with much of the municipal infrastructure completely destroyed.
READ: At least 3 dead in Jagersfontein mine dam tragedy
Municipal spokesperson Solomzi Phama says the issue of negligence was raised by mayor Xolani Tseletsele previously.
ALSO READ: Ramaphosa to visit disaster-hit Jagersfontein on Monday
"We are suspecting negligence. It is playing a pivotal role in the burst of the mine. That I can confirm with no doubt and it is a matter that the mayor has been raising since 2012."
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