The George municipality has reported that, as at 15:00 on May 13, 25 people still remain unaccounted for following last week's building collapse.
The death toll has risen to 27, while 13 people remain in hospital.
Rescue efforts have been under way since the partially built building in the George central business district collapsed on May 6.

The George municipality has reported that, as at 15:00 on May 13, 25 people still remain unaccounted for following last week's building collapse. The death toll has risen to 27, while 13 people remain in hospital. Rescue efforts have been under way since the partially built building in the George central business district collapsed on May 6.

Death toll in George building collapse rises to 27

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Death toll in George building collapse rises to 27

Death toll in George building collapse rises to 27