The Free State High Court orders Eskom to pay damages after a child is electrocuted by a live power cable near Koffiefontein. The court finds Eskom liable and overturns an earlier decision that dismissed the damages claim.
The case centers on alleged responsibility for the safety of the powerline and the circumstances that led to the child coming into contact with an energized cable. While one earlier ruling ruled against the claimant, the High Court’s decision now upholds the damages claim. The report does not detail the amount awarded, the court’s reasoning on the specific conduct attributed to Eskom, or whether Eskom is seeking to appeal.
With only one outlet provided, there are no differing angles available on the core facts beyond the court’s liability finding and the reversal of the previous dismissal.
