A tragic incident occurred at the Standard Bank head office on Baker Street in Rosebank, Johannesburg, where a female employee died after falling from the sixth floor.

The incident happened on October 7, 2024, around 5 PM. Reports indicate that the employee had expressed concerns about her mental health in the weeks leading up to the incident.

Authorities are treating the matter as an inquest, and an investigation is underway to determine the exact circumstances surrounding her death.

Standard Bank expressed deep sadness over the loss, offering condolences to the employee’s family and providing support to affected colleagues. This tragedy coincided with World Mental Health Day, highlighting the critical importance of addressing mental well-being in the workplace.