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Sixteen foreign nationals arrested in SA for illegal mining

Date: Feb 23, 2025

Sixteen foreign nationals suspected to be involved in illegal mining have been arrested in a farm near Waterval Boven in Mpumalanga province, South Africa (SA).

The suspects aged between 18 and 40 were found in possession of gold bearing material.

Police also confiscated several generators and other equipment usually used by illegal miners.

Police spokesperson Jabu Ndubane says the suspects have also been charged for contravention of the Immigration Act. They are expected to appear in court soon.

--SABC--

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