The Take Trapped for gold: The dangers facing illegal miners in South Africa
Nov 26, 2024
In this discussion, Kimon de Greef, a freelance reporter from South Africa specializing in illegal mining, shares gripping tales of the Zama Zamas. He paints a vivid picture of their desperate lives underground, detailing how they are caught in a web of debt and exploitation by syndicates. The perilous conditions they endure and government crackdowns highlight the dire state of these miners. Kimon also delves into the complexities of the rescue efforts and the stark inequalities that drive individuals to risk their lives for gold.
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