Westminster Mansions residents are looking to restore the historic building in Yeoville, Johannesburg, after the top floor went up in flames.
On August 15, the third floor burnt out. The cause of the fire is not yet known.
International designer Thebe Magugu, singer Nakhane and artists Andile Magengelele and Lebo Mathosa were some who lived in the building while coming up in the entertainment industry.
The building was also the set for productions such as Kings Of Joburg and The Wife.
Bystanders and residents attempted to put out the fire with buckets of water.
A resident, PR specialist Maria McCloy who lives on the second floor, said while no-one was hurt some people had lost their belongings in the fire.
“We lost the roof of the whole top floor. Those who lived on the top floor lost everything they had. If you would like to support our effort to raise funds for them, please contribute to the fire fund,” said McCloy.
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Westminster Mansions residents appeal for funds after destructive fire
Image: Instagram/ Maria McCloy
Westminster Mansions residents are looking to restore the historic building in Yeoville, Johannesburg, after the top floor went up in flames.
On August 15, the third floor burnt out. The cause of the fire is not yet known.
International designer Thebe Magugu, singer Nakhane and artists Andile Magengelele and Lebo Mathosa were some who lived in the building while coming up in the entertainment industry.
The building was also the set for productions such as Kings Of Joburg and The Wife.
Bystanders and residents attempted to put out the fire with buckets of water.
A resident, PR specialist Maria McCloy who lives on the second floor, said while no-one was hurt some people had lost their belongings in the fire.
“We lost the roof of the whole top floor. Those who lived on the top floor lost everything they had. If you would like to support our effort to raise funds for them, please contribute to the fire fund,” said McCloy.
Read the details below:
Image: Supplied
Taking to her Instagram timeline, McCloy shared before and after images of the building.
See the images below:
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