Police confirm one death in Harare building collapse, victim named

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed the death of one person after a building collapsed in Harare’s Central Business district.

Yoland Hodzi, a female adult from Norton died when the building near the Gulf Complex fell on her. She died at the scene.

Six others have been admitted to Parirenyatwa Hospital, with two in critical condition.

The injured victims were identified as listed:

• Kudzaishe Mafauna (20), a male adult of Ushewekunze, Harare
• Trywell Leadmore, a male adult of Adlean, Westgate, Harare
• Wadzanai Baureni, a female adult of Waterfalls, Harare
• Brendon Madondo, a male adult of Unit K, Chitungwiza
• Conilias Chiwaka (41), a male adult of Ruwa

Three cars were damaged.

Police along with relevant authorities, including the National Social Security Authority (NSSA) are investigating the cause of the tragedy.

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