Guest: David Van Wyk | Lead Researcher at Bench Markers

Africa Melane speaks to David Van Wyk, Lead Researcher at Bench Markers, about the surge in illegal mining in Bapong, North West. With at least 14 arrests and machinery seized, the discussion covers the dangers to residents, trapped miners, and ongoing police interventions aimed at restoring safety in the community.

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Guest:&nbsp;David Van Wyk | Lead Researcher at Bench Markers
Africa Melane speaks to David Van Wyk, Lead Researcher at Bench Markers, about the surge in illegal mining in Bapong, North West. With at least 14 arrests and machinery seized, the discussion covers the dangers to residents, trapped miners, and ongoing police interventions aimed at restoring safety in the community.
Early Breakfast with Africa Melane is 702&rsquo;s and CapeTalk&rsquo;s early morning talk show. Experienced broadcaster Africa Melane brings you the early morning news, sports, business, and interviews politicians and analysts to help make sense of the world. He also enjoys chatting to guests in the lifestyle sphere and the Arts. All the interviews are podcasted for you to catch-up and listen. Thank you for listening to this podcast from Early Breakfast with Africa Melane
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Early Breakfast with Africa Melane

Your early morning catch-up with chat, traffic and news delivered in a relaxed manner. weekdays from 4 am to 6 am.

Your early morning catch-up with chat, traffic and news delivered in a relaxed manner. weekdays from 4 am to 6 am.

Masemola steps up action on illegal mining in Bapong

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