South Africans have been left angry after illegal Zama Zamas from Lesotho flaunted millions of Rands in a viral video.
Illegal Mining: A Growing Crisis
Illegal mining, often referred to locally as “Zama Zamas,” has become a significant issue in South Africa. These operations are unregulated and pose severe environmental, economic, and safety risks. Authorities have been ramping up efforts to curb this illicit activity, conducting raids and retrieval missions at various illegal mining sites.
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Despite these measures, the problem persists. Many undocumented foreign nationals have been identified as key players in these illegal operations. These individuals often operate in dangerous conditions, with some refusing to resurface from underground hideouts for fear of arrest. In response, the South African government has vowed to intensify its crackdown on illegal mining, with a commitment to hold offenders accountable.
Public Backlash and Concerns
South Africans our wealth, this Zamazamas from Lesotho are saying they are going home to buy cows.
Black people will tell you that they are poor because of White man. pic.twitter.com/fDdxrU8SQL
— Sir Cabonena Alfred (@Lebona_cabonena) December 2, 2024
The video has sparked widespread outrage among South Africans, who view the flaunting of illicit wealth as a blatant insult to the country’s efforts to combat illegal mining. Many citizens have taken to social media to express their frustration, calling for stricter border control measures and harsher penalties for those involved in such activities.
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@Sk_waBana
If south Africans stop buying the gold (black and white) , Basotho will stop manufacturing it!!
@SouthAfricanSon
They commit crimes in the land and go buy cows back home, and some fund that Lesotho political party there
@KgobaneR1972
This is peanuts compared to what white capitalists are making use common sense please