‘There must be consequences for George building collapse’ – Winde
Western Cape Premier Alan Winde has vowed to probe the circumstances that led to the collapse of the multi-storey building in George three weeks ago. Winde said... Read more.
Government urges organisations to abide by health and safety rules
The Department of Labour and Employment has stated that it is committed to prioritising the health and safety of workers and everyone involved in the workplace.... Read more.
‘Saving a worker trapped underground for days brought us joy’
As the rescue operation for the victims of the George building that collapsed was wrapped up at the weekend, emergency services workers have revealed that this was... Read more.
Workers paid a measly, illegal R85 a day
Labourers at the doomed George construction site were building a multi-million rand structure but they were allegedly paid wages below the legal minimum wage. ... Read more.
State mum on George contractor’s compliance with building laws
Construction industry’s regulatory authorities and government have refused to disclose the compliance status of the company behind the building that collapsed... Read more.
‘State will help to repatriate George building collapse victims’
President Cyril Ramaphosa paid a visit to the collapsed building on 75 Victoria Street in George on Thursday, where dozens of construction workers were tragically... Read more.
Recovery mission in full swing to locate more bodies in George
On Wednesday morning, members of the recovery team’s early shift took over from the team that had worked through the night to continue sorting through the... Read more.
Stench hangs in the air a week after George building collapsed
A heavy stench coming from the site where 32 workers have been confirmed dead following the George building collapse in the Western Cape is hanging in the air. The... Read more.
Black Business Council blames Nxesi for George building collapse
The Black Business Council (BBC) says the Department of Labour and Employment and its minister Thulas Nxesi should take responsibility for the George building collapse... Read more.
Chaos in Free State council as mayor defies recall
A Free State ANC region is in turmoil after an interim mayor of Maluti-a-Phofung defied a directive by a senior party leader to quit her position just a few weeks... Read more.
