Illegal miners — known locally as Zama Zama — are often men from neighboring countries who come to South Africa without the paperwork necessary to find legal work. Many say they have no choice ...

Illegal mining remains a problem on the West Rand but the police are making it their mission to crack down on zama zamas. • Also read: Big blow to illegal mining in Krugersdorp Recently, the ...

It was one of the worst crimes on record involving zama zamas and prompted angry residents of Krugersdorp to attack illegal miners. In a country that’s been ravaged by criminals, including zama ...

The male victim is suspected of being involved in illicit mining activities in the Makapan’s Valley area in the Waterberg District. On Thursday, 13 February members of the police involved in ...