Boksburg gas leak: ‘I feel like the worst is yet to come’

Patrick Manganya fell unconscious when he inhaled toxic gas in Angelo informal settlement, but recovered. Four family members, including his wife, were not so lucky

09 July 2023 - 00:00

Patrick Manganya came home to his shack in Angelo informal settlement in Boksburg at about 7pm on Wednesday after looking for work. His wife Clester Ndlovu was there  with their children. ..

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