MEDIA STATEMENT - 12 September 2022

12 September 2022 – Jagersfontein Developments is devastated by the breach at its slimes dam yesterday and impacts to the local community. We have made R20m available immediately for affected people on the ground and the restoration of the town.

We extend our deepest condolences to the family of the single fatality and the speedy recovery of those injured in the disaster. The treatment facility has stabilised activity at the dam. It is cooperating with local authorities and will offer every assistance to the community while undertaking a full investigation.

We have confirmation that the waste water is not hazardous, Jagersfontein Developments remains committed to the well-being of the community and will lead clean-up operations.

Issued on behalf of Jagersfontein Developments.

For queries kindly contact:

Leigh-Ann Carey – 073 055 1015 / leigh-annc@meropa.co.za