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flag South African forces raided illegal mines in Randfontein on March 12, 2026, displacing over 300 people and disrupting criminal networks linked to migrant miners.

flag South African forces dismantled illegal mining operations in Randfontein near Johannesburg on March 12, 2026, displacing over 300 residents and forcing miners to flee, abandoning equipment and supplies. flag The raid targeted makeshift tunnels in abandoned shafts, a widespread issue across several provinces linked to organized crime and migrant miners from Lesotho, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique. flag President Ramaphosa confirmed military involvement as part of a broader strategy to disrupt criminal networks, but critics argue the approach fails to address root causes like unemployment and poor mine rehabilitation, with communities expressing ongoing distrust due to safety concerns and alleged police collusion.

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