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Illegal Mining | Kanana residents in North West seek reprieve from zama zama turf wars



The arrest of more than 500 suspected illegal mineworkers has put the spotlight on the safety of communities living near the disused mining operations, where illegal mineworkers are operating.

Residents of Kanana township near Orkney in the North West have been complaining about their safety, saying illegal mineworkers take their turf wars to the township, which often affects locals.

They have been calling for law enforcement agencies to intensify their fight against illegal mining and unregistered firearms.

SABC News Reporter Itumeleng Kgajane and video journalist Mzwakhe Tshabalala are there and we cross live to them.

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