South Africa: Illegal Mining Damages Johannesburg Infrastructure; MK Party Slams Phala Pha

Illegal Mining Wrecks Johannesburg Illegal mining is causing widespread infrastructure damage and insecurity across Johannesburg and other parts of South Africa, reports AFP . Underground blasting and excavations have created cracks, sinkholes and collapsing roads. The so-called zama zamas, or irregular miners, work in abandoned shafts and in newly dug tunnels, damaging electricity and water infrastructure. They also contribute to violent crime and instability in surrounding communities. Despite increased police and military patrols, residents continue to face dangerous conditions. Mining experts warn that the damage could worsen. MK Party Slams Ramaphosa's Phala Phala Court Bid Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines The uMkhonto we Sizwe Party's legal representative, Advocate Dali Mpofu, has criticised President Cyril Ramaphosa's attempt to have the Section 89 Independent Panel report reviewed and set aside, describing the court action as a delaying tactic, reports SABC News. The report found prima facie evidence that Ramaphosa may have seriously violated his oath of office in connection with the theft of $580,000 from his Phala Phala farm. Mpofu argued that the review application was aimed at avoiding accountability and delaying answers that South Africans are seeking from the president. Durban Migrants Plead for Temporary Shelter Foreign nationals who have been camping outside the Home Affairs refugee offices in Durban for more than three months are calling on the government to provide temporary shelter after being displaced from their homes and businesses, reports EWN . Tensions around the camp escalated after clashes broke out during a protest by March and March demonstrators. At least five people were hospitalised and three others arrested. The group, which includes refugees and asylum seekers, said that it was promised temporary accommodation while its members underwent identity verification. However, the government has instead urged them to return to their communities or go to the Lindela Repatriation Centre in Limpopo. More South African news AllAfrica publishes around 600 reports a day from more than 90 news organizations and over 500 other institutions and individuals , representing a diversity of positions on every topic. We publish news and views ranging from vigorous opponents of governments to government publications and spokespersons. Publishers named above each report are responsible for their own content, which AllAfrica does not have the legal right to edit or correct. Articles and commentaries that identify allAfrica.com as the publisher are produced or commissioned by AllAfrica . To address comments or complaints, please Contact us . AllAfrica is a voice of, by and about Africa - aggregating, producing and distributing 600 news and information items daily from over 90 African news organizations and our own reporters to an African and global public. We operate from Cape Town, Dakar, Abuja, Johannesburg, Nairobi and Washington DC. Get the latest in African news delivered straight to your inbox By submitting above, you agree to our privacy policy . We need to confirm your email address. To complete the process, please follow the instructions in the email we just sent you. There was a problem processing your submission. Please try again later.