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flag South Africa deploys 1,100 soldiers to fight illegal mining, facing funding and effectiveness concerns.

flag South Africa is deploying an additional 1,100 soldiers as part of Operation Prosper to combat illegal mining in several provinces, at an estimated cost of over R140 million. flag The operation, which extends until March 2025, aims to curb illegal activities and associated crimes. flag While the deployment is supported by political parties, concerns over funding and effectiveness have been raised, with the defence force admitting to struggles with adequate resources.

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