The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company has rejected blame for a fatal incident that killed a 19-year-old student in Budiriro Extension 1. The teenager died from electrocution on Wednesday while performing work near a power line. Company officials said the victim worked for an unauthorized private contractor operating without proper approval. ZETDC confirmed that it never granted permission for any activities on the medium-voltage line at that site.
A company representative said the utility maintains the highest safety standards for both workers and community members. ZETDC expressed sympathy to the family and warned residents about electrical dangers. The organization stressed that only authorized company workers should handle grid-connected electrical tasks. Officials cautioned that hiring unverified contractors puts lives at serious risk and violates safety protocols designed to prevent such tragedies.
A company representative said the utility maintains the highest safety standards for both workers and community members. ZETDC expressed sympathy to the family and warned residents about electrical dangers. The organization stressed that only authorized company workers should handle grid-connected electrical tasks. Officials cautioned that hiring unverified contractors puts lives at serious risk and violates safety protocols designed to prevent such tragedies.
