North West Premier Kaobitsa Bushy Maape has described the Monday afternoon incident which claimed the lives of 11 mine workers at Impala Platinum’s No.11 shaft in Rustenburg as tragic and unfortunate. According to the mine management this incident has also left seventy-five (75) other miners with critical injuries.
Premier Maape says he is hopeful that an investigation which is already underway will not only reveal the cause but will bring forward recommendations that will put an end to such unfortunate incidents.
Sending his heartfelt condolences Premier Maape says his thoughts are with the bereaved families during this difficult time, and wished the injured mine workers who are currently receiving medical attention at various hospitals, a speedy and full recovery.
“I also sympathize with the mine management, colleagues, friends and families of the deceased mine workers because of the emotional trauma they are going through. I remain hopeful that the psycho-social support provided will yield desired results” remarked Premier Maape.
For enquiries, contact:
Sello Tatai
Spokesperson to the Premier
North West Provincial Government
Cell: 064 756 2510/082 450 7842
E-mail: statai3@gmail.com
Brian Setswambung
Provincial Head of Communication
Office of the Premier
North West Provincial Government
Cell: 076 012 4501
E-mail: BSetswambung@nwpg.gov.za
