Illegal mining
Residents and business owners in Pilgrim’s Rest, Mpumalanga, blame governance failures for the town’s declining tourism rather than illegal miners. They highlight delays in awarding leases for sites like the Royal Hotel amid high unemployment. Local voices insist crime remains low despite the miners’ presence.
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The Corporación Autónoma Regional del Valle del Cauca (CVC) identified evidence of mechanized illegal mining in the La García sector of the Dagua River, in rural Buenaventura, following a citizen complaint. No active operations were found, but recent traces of heavy machinery and environmental alterations were evident. The agency notified Buenaventura's District Mayor's Office and plans to coordinate actions with authorities.