CSOs 4 Tailings Justice

We are committed to building democratic community power to address the dangers of mine waste, including tailings facilities.

Updates to cabinet: Jagersfontein Tailing Storage Facility Failure Investigation Report

November 6, 2025

E. Updates to cabinet

1. Jagersfontein Tailing Storage Facility Failure Investigation Report

1.1. Cabinet was briefed about the findings of the technical investigation into the Jargesfontein Tailing Storage Facility failure which caused severe devastation to the town of Jagersfontein in the Free State. The Minister of Water and Sanitation Ms Pemmy Majodina will release the report to the public.
1.2. Cabinet is pleased that criminal proceedings have commenced with the accused having appeared in the Jagersfointein Magistrate’s court on 11 September 2025.