Families of dozens killed in Western Cape building collapse

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Families of dozens killed in Western Cape building collapse continue daunting process of identifying the remains of their loved ones

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President Cyril Ramaphosa is tomorrow expected to visit the site of a building which collapsed in George in the Western Cape more than a week ago. The death toll stands at 33, including seven South Africans. Twelve workers are still in hospital and 19 others remain unaccounted for. The Presidential spokesperson, Vincent Magwenya, says various ministers and deputy ministers that have visited the site are working closely with the Disaster Joint Operations Centre, the provincial government and the Garden Route District Municipality. Magwenya says the President has expressed his condolences to the bereaved families and support for the survivors. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to SABC reporter, Sagree Chetty...

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