Monaco royals were in Sun City during the fire outbreak

Monaco royals were reportedly in Sun City during a fire that broke out at Cabanas Hotel on Saturday.

According to Sun City General Manager Brett Hoppe, “a fire broke out in the Cabanas Hotel kitchen at about 2.30pm on Saturday afternoon, the staff noticed a small fire which they extinguished, but it had already spread through the extraction ventilation to the reception area.”

According to OFM, Princess Charlene and Prince Albert of Monaco, hosted the inaugural Water Bike Challenge for Princess Charlene of Monaco Foundation South Africa (PCMFSA) in Sun City on Saturday.

The Water Bike Challenge raises awareness about water safety.

Speaking ahead of the challenge, CEO of the Foundation’s arm in South Africa, Chantell Wittstock, said they were happy to have the challenge back in SA. It was previously held in Monaco.

“We are also deeply honoured His and Her Serene Highnesses, Prince Albert and Princess Charlene of Monaco, will attend the event, supporting the Foundation’s cause,” Wittstock said as quoted by OFM.

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Sun City fire to be investigated

North West Economic Development MEC Tsotso Tlhapi said they are working with Cabanas Hotel management and Manyane Resort to investigate the fire.

In a separate incident, Manyane Resort, which is part of the Pilanesberg National Park and a few kilometres away from the Cabanas, was also ravaged by fire.

More than 40 chalets reportedly went up in flames at the resort after a veld fire. It remains closed until further notice.

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