Magwenya: Presidency concerned about 'spike' in illegal mining
The Presidency says it is concerned about what seems to be a spike in illegal mining activities, especially in Gauteng.
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The Presidency says it is concerned about what seems to be a spike in illegal mining activities, especially in Gauteng.
Gauteng police on Wednesday confirmed the arrest of 79 suspects in protest-torn Riverlea, south of Johannesburg.
The task force is currently pursuing a group of zama zamas (illegal miners) who have gone into hiding underground.
In the latest incidents, five people were killed in what's believed to have been a shootout between two rival zama zama gangs at the weekend.
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