Mokgwabone stated that they have not been any reported injuries due to the fire.

An unnamed source toldNews24that Capa was one of the guests who noticed the fire.

He stated that the fire was a huge blow for the tourism industry in the North West.

fire, Mmabatho Palms Hotel and Casino, North West, Mahikeng, Premier Bushy Maape

The Mmabtho Palms Hotel and Casino Resort was burned down on Wednesday morning. Image: @fyfybabbySource: Twitter

Maape stated that the hotel played a critical role in terms of tourism in the province.

It is believed that the fire was started by the people who were in the car.

Since the investigation is ongoing, the public will not be receiving more information at this stage.

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Lebogang Mashego (Current Affairs HOD)Lebogang Mashego runs the Current Affairs desk.

She joined the Briefly News team in 2021.

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She worked as a lifestyle writer and editor at W24 and Opera News.

She graduated with a BA degree majoring in Journalism and Media Studies in 2017.

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