-
[File Image} : A car and house destroyed by the collapsed dam of Jagersfontein.
Victims of the 11 September 2022 mine dam wall collapse in Jagerfontein, Free State, say this day brings back the memory of the trauma and tragic loss of their livelihood, their belongings and loved ones.
This day marks three years since the tragic mine collapse, and the community is gathered at Middlebare Combined School to commemorate the mine dam wall burst.
[LISTEN] Jagersfontein Lerumo Justice Forum Chairperson, Thabo Choledi says the community is desperate three years after the Jagersfontein dam collapse
🔗https://t.co/BL2F68E5Vk#sabcnews #FirstTakeSA pic.twitter.com/OsKimvc4JE
— SABC News Radio (@SABCNews_Radio) September 11, 2025
The disaster left many families displaced and it damaged infrastructure. To date about 90 families opted to have the mine rebuilt and moved into their renovated homes since 2024. Meanwhile, 26 others victims took the legal route to claim compensation through the Free State High Court.
VIDEO | 2022 Jagersfontein Dam collapse accused in court
