Public Works and Infrastructure Minister Dean Macpherson has called for an investigation into the collapse of a two-storey building in Doornkop, which claimed the lives of three people.
The incident occurred on Sunday morning when part of the house, which was home to six people, collapsed. Three occupants survived and are currently receiving medical treatment at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital.
Preliminary reports from Johannesburg Emergency Medical Services indicate that the structure was not compliant with required safety standards.
Minister Macpherson has requested that the Council for the Built Environment investigate the incident, identify any responsible parties and recommend measures to prevent similar occurrences in the future. He said full cooperation with authorities would be required throughout the investigation.
The minister also conveyed his condolences to the families of the victims, who include a 60-year-old adult, a 24-year-old adult and a one-year-old girl. He stressed that his department remains committed to ensuring accountability and strengthening safety standards within the construction sector.
