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Westlands MP Wanyonyi has extended support to over 200 victims of a fire that occurred in Githogoro on June 26, 2026, around noon. The incident left many residents homeless as their houses and belongings were destroyed by the flames.

Victims of protests, who report injuries or alleged abductions, are expressing frustration over their exclusion from a government compensation program. Despite having registered and completed all necessary steps in the verification process, they claim to have received no communication regarding their applications.

Authorities in Pretoria are investigating the cause of a third fatal winter shack fire that has devastated an informal settlement. Search and recovery teams are actively combing through the wreckage in search of possible victims.

Prof Makau Mutua stated that compensation for victims acknowledges their suffering but cannot replace lost lives. This comes as the government is moving forward with legal reforms and preparing to officially recognize beneficiaries of compensation.