Contractor of George Building collapse denies liability and plans legal action

By Genevieve Serra | Published Apr 7, 2025

Following the tragic collapse of the George Building that resulted in 34 fatalities, contractor Theuns Kruger of Liatel Developments asserts his company’s non-liability and plans to take legal action against those he believes are responsible. Meanwhile, Human Settlements Minister Thembi Simelane announces criminal charges and highlights significant lapses in the registration process by the NHBRC.