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THE Dinson Iron and Steel Company, based in Manhize, has denied allegations that 19 workers were killed in workplace accidents, labelling such claims as false and malicious.

The company has warned that it will take legal action against individuals spreading these falsehoods, emphasising its commitment to prioritising worker safety and debunking unfounded rumours.

This follows viral news stories published by some platforms on Monday alleging that a devastating industrial accident had occurred at the Chinese-owned plant resulting in the tragic loss of lives.

Social media reports suggested that the workers tragically lost their lives due to alleged exposure to toxic fumes released by the plant, which they inhaled.

In a statement, Disco refuted the allegations adding that members of the public are free to come and verify the claims.

“Dinson strongly refutes the allegations of deaths at the steel plant as alleged on July 16 2024. The company wishes to unreservedly express that these unfounded allegations are baseless and intended to cause disinformation,” the company said in a statement.

The company said it has not recorded any work-related fatality since the start of the project.

Disco said the Government has since dispatched several regulatory agencies including NSSA to investigate the allegations and they have all found the aforesaid to be grossly untrue and baseless.

“Dinson Iron and Steel would like to assure the public that these claims are entirely unfounded and without merit. The organisation’s top priority is the well-being of its employees, and stakeholders including the community and the general public. Dinson will consider legal action against the peddlers of falsehoods.”
Dinson Iron and Steel Company dismisses death of employees allegations
Midlands Bureau

THE Dinson Iron and Steel Company, based in Manhize, has denied allegations that 19 workers were killed in workplace accidents, labelling such claims as false and malicious.

The company has warned that it will take legal action against individuals spreading these falsehoods, emphasising its commitment to prioritising worker safety and debunking unfounded rumours.

This follows viral news stories published by some platforms on Monday alleging that a devastating industrial accident had occurred at the Chinese-owned plant resulting in the tragic loss of lives.

Social media reports suggested that the workers tragically lost their lives due to alleged exposure to toxic fumes released by the plant, which they inhaled.

In a statement, Disco refuted the allegations adding that members of the public are free to come and verify the claims.

“Dinson strongly refutes the allegations of deaths at the steel plant as alleged on July 16 2024. The company wishes to unreservedly express that these unfounded allegations are baseless and intended to cause disinformation,” the company said in a statement.

The company said it has not recorded any work-related fatality since the start of the project.

Disco said the Government has since dispatched several regulatory agencies including NSSA to investigate the allegations and they have all found the aforesaid to be grossly untrue and baseless.

“Dinson Iron and Steel would like to assure the public that these claims are entirely unfounded and without merit. The organisation’s top priority is the well-being of its employees, and stakeholders including the community and the general public. Dinson will consider legal action against the peddlers of falsehoods.”