Public Works Minister Macpherson orders probe after three killed in Soweto building collapse
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Deadly Soweto Building Collapse Spurs Urgent ProbeThe Doornkop collapse on December 28, 2025, killed three and prompted a Council for the Built Environment inquiry.
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- A two-storey building in Doornkop collapsed shortly after 3 a.m. on December 28, trapping six occupants beneath rubble.
- Three individuals, including a one-year-old child, died at the scene while three survivors were hospitalized.
- Minister Dean Macpherson mandated an investigation to identify causes and hold responsible parties accountable.
- Residents had previously highlighted severe infrastructure issues, which gained increased attention after the disaster.
My thoughts and condolences are with the families and loved ones of those who lost their lives, and with all those who were injured as a result of this tragic collapse.— Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson described the event as a 'deeply distressing incident' and emphasised that the department would prioritise accountability.
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