Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Illegal digging causes water and soil to seep into section of Gautrain tunnel

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The Railway Safety Regulator (RSR) says it will assess the remedial work after
illegal digging caused water and soil to seep into a section of a Gautrain tunnel.
According to the Gautrain Management Agency, investigations have established that
illegal drilling for a borehole was being conducted on a private property above the
tunnel. Train operations between Rosebank and Park Stations had to be suspended.
Phemelo speaks to Gautrain CEO Tshepo Kgobe.
17 Feb 2025 3PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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