BREAKING: Six killed in Ormonde building collapse
· The South African
Johannesburg Emergency Management Services (EMS) has confirmed that six people have died after a building collapsed in Ormonde, south of Johannesburg.
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The incident happened on Monday afternoon, 2 March.
FATALITIES REPORTED DURING ORMONDE BUILDING COLLAPSE
Speaking to journalists at the scene, Joburg EMS spokesperson Xolile Khumalo said 12 people were inside the building, six died, one has been rescued, two are still trapped and others are still unaccounted for.
Khumalo said they do not know as yet what the building was used for.
“The building is not stable; some parts are caving in. We’re being very cautious to ensure that the rescue teams inside the building do not get caught up in another collapse.”
BREAKING NEWS | Emergency services spokesperson Xolile Khumalo says 12 people were in a building that collapsed in Ormonde, south of Johannesburg. Six have died, 2 are still trapped, and 3 have not been located. pic.twitter.com/OfWZhJiCdz
— SABC News (@SABCNews) March 2, 2026
BUILDING HAD MUNICIPAL APPROVAL
Meanwhile, Johannesburg MMC for Public Safety, Mgcini Tshwaku, said the building had municipal approval.
WATCH | Johannesburg MMC for Public Safety Dr Mgcini Tshwaku says authorities will verify whether the Ormonde building that collapsed south of the city had municipal approval, among other compliance requirements. At least six people have been killed in the incident. pic.twitter.com/jYzW7tUr8R
— SABC News (@SABCNews) March 2, 2026