Contractor liable for bridge collapse

Tuesday, January 10, 2017

Moshupa Bridge that collapsed on Boxing Day

Though investigations are still ongoing on the collapse of the two bridges in Moshupa between Christmas day and January 3, 2017, Mmegi investigations show that the contractor could be liable for repair of bridges and compensation of those involved in accidents.

Southern District Council (SDC) chairman Alec Seametso however said they are still awaiting investigations report before moving forward.

According to a statement from the Roads Department after the initial incident, the collapse was a result of a failed culvert structure which gave-in from water pressure at a site of construction activity along the road, which by-passes Moshupa.

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Contractor liable for bridge collapse

Though investigations are still ongoing on the collapse of the two bridges in Moshupa between Christmas day and January 3, 2017, Mmegi investigations show that the contractor could be liable for repair of bridges and compensation of those involved in accidents.

The projects magazine in collaboration with Stanbic bank launched the future of mining summit 2024

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TAFIC targets top four finish

Selefu

Selefu

Repatriation underway for seven SA Pilgrims

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