BKB building in Paterson on fire

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The BKB building in Paterson is on fire, and emergency services are at the scene.

Captain Mali Govender says the estimated damage so far runs into millions of rand, and police will investigate a case of arson.

"We have just received a report that a building is on fire in Paterson. It is the BKB building and the estimated damage is estimated at approximately R15 million. we are trying to get the fire under control" she said.