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Despite being on the radar for many years, illegal mining remains a dangerous, unregulated concern for South Africa's mining industry and the wider economy.

Illegal artisanal mining in South Africa is among the most lucrative and most violent in Africa, and the practice is deemed one of the biggest sources of illicit gold on the continent.

It is estimated that about 30 000 illegal miners, the so-called zama-zamas, work in and around many of the 6 000 disused and abandoned mines across South Africa.

The infiltration of zama-zamas also extends to currently active commercial mines, with the unique phenomenon adding another layer of complexity that is confounding South Africa's law enforcement agencies, mining officials and the industry..

Organised by criminal syndicates, illegal mining is responsible for billions of rands in lost tax

revenue, threatens physical infrastructure and public safety and brings major security headaches to established, publicly listed companies.

Unique to South Africa is that illegal miners mostly target underground industrial shafts, as opposed to open pits, as is normally the case, and occurs within large-scale mines, says Martin, who is the author of 'Uncovered: the Dark World of the Zama Zamas', the latest policy brief from Enact, a project of the Institute for Security Studies (ISS), Interpol and the Global Initiative against Transnational Organised Crime.

The true cost of illegal mining activity, however, includes damage to public and private infrastructure caused by vandalism or poor mining practices, as well as the costs of security upgrades undertaken by mining companies to address illegal breaches.

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A Facebook group “I Love Pilgrims Rest’ has grown to over 2 000 members under the administration of Jenny Chaplin. It is evident that tourists, South Africans and residents are still just as passionate about this historic mining town as ever. Pilgrim's Rest was the second town in South Africa after Kimberley to be electrified.

The electricity was generated from a Hydro electrical plant in the Blyde River canyon built in 1911. Much more history than this is also shared on the page. The well known Highwayman’s Garage was granted a new licence and the old petrol pumps were restored. Go check it out and drive the odd 60km from Lydenburg for a brunch or lunch. It is still a historic site and town with so much to explore and experience.

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ACCORDING to the Enact report, one mining house surveyed has, since 2013, spent almost R366-million on upgrading its security infrastructure and protocols to make it more difficult for zama-zamas to penetrate the mining precinct and its shafts.

The dangers posed by illegal mining include the uncontrolled use of explosives, which compromises support pillars in decommissioned mines.

This has resulted in tremors and places the structural integrity of roads and adjacent residential communities and businesses at risk.

It also poses a significant public safety threat, as some of the blasting has taken place close to pipelines carrying gas and fuel.

Other risks include the temporary closure of commercial mines, the entrapment of illegal miners underground and the death of, or injuries to, illegal miners.

In addition to being subjected to unsafe, exploitative and precarious working conditions, zama-zamas also face a plethora of dangers, such as extortion, murder, forced migration, money laundering, corruption, racketeering, drugs and prostitution within a market managed by a fivetier system.

Illegal miners constitute the first tier and are responsible for physically mining the coveted minerals underground, while the second tier comprises the buyers, who also organise the first-tier illegal miners and support them with food, protection and equipment.

The third tier comprises the regional bulk buyers, many of whom have permits issued in terms of the Precious Metals Act to trade in precious metal, while the fourth tier contains national or international distributors using front companies or legitimate exporters.

Within the fifth tier are the top international receivers and distributors that work through international refineries and intermediary companies.

The five-tier system shows that the underground workers take the most risks for the least amount of reward.

Hundreds of illegal miners die in mining accidents that are not reported or from which bodies are never recovered, or during below-ground shootouts with mine security or competing syndicates.

While no official record of zama-zama deaths exists, some estimations place fatalities at well over 300 between 2012 and 2015.

About 67% are the result of turf wars, mostly in Gauteng, with the violence in affected areas equated to that of chaotic and conflict-ridden illegal artisanal mine sites in active war zones.

Martin further explains that zama-zamas are emblematic of a changing South African mining landscape – and are a direct by-product of persistent, unanswered socioeconomic inequalities.

Since 1995, employment within the gold mining sector plunged from about 380 000 to about 119 000 in 2014, with Minerals Council South Africa figures showing further declines to 101 085 in 2018.

This has had social ramifications beyond South Africa's borders, as remittances from mining jobs have sustained local economies in countries such as Lesotho and Mozambique, where unemployment often hovers above 30%.

This social crisis means that unemployed men with mining experience are willing to take their chances as zama-zamas to earn a living.

Further, socioeconomic and political crises in neighbouring countries drive millions of Southern Africans, particularly Zimbabweans, to seek out their fortunes in South Africa.

A research report, 'Pulling at Golden Webs', by Marcena Hunter estimates that 70% of zama-zamas are undocumented foreigners.

Solving a Social Dilemma With many competing approaches to the growing zamazama infiltration, a paradigm shift is required for South Africa to successfully tackle the challenge.

A more holistic, nuanced and multifaceted approach is required from government and industry to address the lack of formalisation and the marginalisation of the illegal mining sector, says Martin.

While government takes the hardline stance of intermittently using police to subdue and criminalise artisanal miners, Martin believes that this fails to address the underlying socioeconomic factors or the role played by criminal networks in orchestrating and benefiting from illegal mining.

It also fails to acknowledge the economic potential of the zama-zamas and the contribution they make to local economies and those of their home countries.

The extent of the violence and criminality requires the South African gold industry to urgently apply a stricter and more robust risk assessment to its supply chain and overhaul legislation to find ways of harnessing the miners' economic potential, besides others.

In its current form, despite giving legal recognition to the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector, the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act enables illegal activity and hinders the ability of police to prevent criminality.

“Criminalising, demonising and scapegoating illegal, and mostly foreign, miners is an easy deflection away from more difficult discussions of uncomfortable truths about the persistent poverty, poor service delivery in marginalised areas and political instability in neighbouring countries that contribute to men becoming zama-zamas in the first place.”

It also ignores the economic significance and contributions of ASMs. He cites a Bench Marks Foundation argument that the 30 000 zama-zamas in South Africa have a dependence ratio of 1:8, which means that 250 000 people depend on them.

A small-scale mining board should be re-established, which could provide skills training for ASM miners, particularly in relation to safe mining practices.

The Minerals Council believes that there is a need to focus on the supply and demand side of illegal mining and deal with all five levels of the syndicates.

“A single designated gold buyer, or a small group, would buy at the daily spot price, offering the miners true market value for their gold, thereby incentivising them to operate within a formalised and legal framework” Martin notes.

“We need to identify global weakness in legislation and control systems, analyse strategies and responses to counter illegal mining, illicit trafficking in precious metals, organised crime and possible terrorist financing,” adds Flynn.

The combined effect of theft, fraud, conspiracy, an illicit economy, violence, corruption, money laundering and the transnational illicit trafficking in precious metals requires all roleplayers in the value chain to adopt a robust approach to mitigate and neutralise the threat globally. www.engineeringweekly.co.za

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Alhoewel die Hoorhierso-rubriek se oorsprong nie ’n planeet-naam is nie, verwys ek tog baie keer self daarna as ‘Op Hoorhierso.” Want op Hoorhierso kraai ek koning.

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Let wel, net op Hoorhierso.

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Een ding waarvoor ek Nataniël altyd sal dankbaar wees is dat hy dit uitleef dis ‘ok om anders te wees.’ Om nie in ’n blik te leef nie. Al pas jy nie in die samelewing se kassies in nie. ’n Vriendin van Nataniël het hierdie geskryf: “En dat daar baie min mense in hierdie wêreld is wat verstaan dat daar enkelinge is wat volgens hul eie reëls moet lewe, om genoeg asem te kan kry om aan te hou sinvol lewe. Mense wat buite die samelewing se kassies lewe, want hulle pas doodeenvoudig nie binne-in nie.”

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DIT was Vrydag die derde Vrouedag Resies in die Gustav Klingbiël Reservaat net buite Lydenburg. Wat deels as ’n breinkind gebore is deur Charlene Coetzee, Terra Events en mede-eienaar van Aqua Terra Gastehuis saam met haar man Ernest Coetzee, nadat die Heritage MTB Race in April so ’n sukses was, het elke jaar net met rasse skrede gegroei.

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In April 2019, Mitsubishi announced the Pajero nameplate would be discontinued in Japan, launching a “Final Edition” model to see off the 37-year-old badge. And now the automaker is set to follow suit in Europe and the United Kingdom, according to Autocar.

But the fourth-generation model will soldier on in a handful of markets, says Mitsubishi Australia spokesperson Karl Gehling, who was speaking to motoring.com.au.

“The Pajero continues to be sold in many markets, including the Middle East, South Africa, Philippines, Brazil, Chile, Russia and, of course, Australia,” he said.

Gehling added the decision taken in Europe would “not impact the lifecycle planning for Pajero”. A report from late in 2018 suggested the future of the model was up in the air with no direct replacement in sight.

In South Africa, the Pajero range currently comprises a threedoor GLS derivative and a five-door GLS Exceed variant, priced at R699 995 and R799 995 respectively. carmag.co.za

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FORD has revealed details of its new 7,3-litre V8 petrol engine, which will do duty in the F-Series range in the United States.

The new naturally aspirated unit will power the Super Duty pick-up, cranking out what the Blue Oval brand claims is a “best-in-class” V8 petrol output of 320 kW at 5 500 r/min and peak torque of 645 N.m at 4 000 r/min.

The V8 features an overhead valve architecture that Ford claims generates power “low in the rev range to help get heavier loads moving sooner and with greater confidence”. It also boasts a variable-displacement oil pump, extralarge main bearings, forged steel crankshaft for durability, and piston cooling jets to help manage temperatures under heavy load.

Set to be available first in Super Duty F-250 and F-350 variants, the new engine joins the existing 6,2-litre V8 in the Super Duty line-up, along with a 6,7-litre diesel V8.

A slightly detuned version of the new 7,3-litre mill will be standard on F-450 chassis cab, F-550, F-600, F-650 and F-750 Medium Duty trucks, and F-53 and F-59 stripped chassis models. The upgraded E-Series will also feature the new engine.

For F-250 through F-600 models, the new powerplant will be paired with a tenspeed heavy-duty TorqShift automatic transmission. All other commercial models retain the heavy-duty six-speed automatic transmission.

“The 7,3-litre is designed for maximum durability in the harshest environments given that our customers live and work in these conditions every day,” said Joel Beltramo, Ford manager for petrol V8 engines.

“This engine has the largest displacement in its class and is designed to provide benefits in key areas like power, durability, ease of maintenance and total operating costs,” Beltramo added. carmag.co.za

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Watch out for the Hyunday Grand i10 Nios The Opel Combo Life is here HYUNDAI has taken the wraps off its new Grand i10 Nios in India just a day after the Korean firm released a sketch of the upcoming European-spec i10.

We’ve asked Hyundai Automotive South Africa for clarification on which version is destined for local shores (and will update this article once we hear back), but it seems very likely this Indian-built model will be offered in SA. So, let’s take a closer look at the newcomer. The automaker’s Indian arm released an image of the front of the new hatchback, showing a little more detail.

The headlamps feature an outline similar to those of the teased Euro-spec model, but the Grand i10 Nios employs boomerang-shaped daytime running lights (rather than the circular items featured in the aforementioned sketch). It also gains front foglamps, a different interpretation of the signature grille and (predictably) smaller alloy wheels. Inside, you'll notice the touchscreen-based infotainment system.

The firm also confirmed the model’s updated name. So, what's the reason for the addition of the “Nios” suffix? Well, Hyundai says it means “more”, claiming the third-generation model offers “more value, more features, more space and more excitement”.

While Hyundai has provided little in terms of technical details, it is interesting to note the new Grand i10 Nios will be offered alongside the existing Grand i10 in the Indian market. carmag.co.za

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The five-seat people-mover ships standard with six airbags, ABS with EBD, an electronic stability programme, traction control, hill-start assist and automatic headlamps.

As with the Combo cargo van, power comes from a 1,6-litre turbodiesel engine offering 68 kW (at 4 000 r/min) and 230 N.m (at a pleasingly low 1 700 r/min), with a claimed fuel economy figure of 5,0 L/100 km. Fitted with a five-speed manual gearbox as standard, braked towing capacity comes in at 1 100 kg (with the unbraked figure standing at 720 kg).

Inside, you’ll find a seven-inch touchscreen infotainment system, a heightadjustable driver’s seat, rake and reach adjustment on the steering column, and cruise control. There are sliding doors on both sides of the vehicle, while the rear seats split 60/40 to offer a load area capable of handling 690 kg.

Opel SA has furthermore confirmed the Vivaro and Movano cargo models will join the firm’s growing light commercial vehicles range in 2020, along with the aforementioned Zafira Life passenger vehicle. carmag.co.za

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Start a new garden or revamp an old one

SPRING is the best time to start a new garden or revamp an old one and if you're a novice gardener there are a few things to consider before you start planting all your favourite flowers 1. Examine your garden Each garden has its own unique conditions that determine which plants will thrive in it.

It's worth paying attention to these, as while some of them can be altered or improved, it's always best to work with nature rather than against it.

A few considerations: Climate and microclimate: Do you live in a warm or cold climate? Each garden also has its own microclimate and sometimes a few microclimates. Some plants are more adapted to cold conditions and will tolerate frost, while others prefer a warm climate.

Rainfall: How much rainfall do you receive in a year and does it fall in winter or summer?

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Soil type: Examine the soil in your garden to determine if it's clay, sandy or loam. Some plants grow in all types of soil, but others will only flourish if planted in their preferred soil.

For more on testing soil click here 2. Choose a design This is the fun part; let your imagination run loose and choose a design that suits you and complements the style of your house. An abundant cottage garden with flowing borders and colourful flowers is ideal for a traditional house, a gravel and succulent garden will suit a modern home, while a formal garden with symmetrical beds and topiary is perfect for a Tuscan or Provençal home.

3. Choose a colour scheme Try not to include more than three colours in a border (apart from the obvious green), and think about adding white to give the scheme a lift. The texture of foliage also plays an important role as it forms the backbone of the garden and looks good even when nothing is in flower. Choose plants with a variety of foliage shapes and sizes and in different shades of green.

4. Make a plan Put your ideas on paper. Your plan doesn't need to be to scale, just draw the beds and borders as well as the hard landscaping elements like pathways and water features.

Water features make great focal points, and

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5. Go shopping After all your careful planning, it's time to visit the nursery. Before you go, consider these pointers.

Look for plants with healthy green leaves.

Choose plants with lots of unopened buds rather than those that are already flowering.

Avoid plants with yellow leaves and spindly growth.

Look for shrubs with a good shape and many branches.

Avoid plants with exposed roots or roots that are matted and growing out of the bag or container. Make sure there are no weeds growing in the container or bag.

6. Prep and planting Soil preparation is key to the success of

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your garden. Compost is an essential component of healthy soil, and well-rotted kraal manure is a good option if you want to give your plants a head start. Work these organic materials into the soil with a garden fork, remove any unwanted plants, rocks and stones and dig the soil over to a depth of at least 30cm.

7. Caring for your plants New plants need regular watering, but once established this can be reduced to two to three times a week, depending on your climate, rainfall and plant choices. Deep infrequent watering is better than light frequent.

Top tip: Replenish your beds with compost at the beginning of each planting season and incorporate some fertiliser if you want to give your plants a boost.

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Lowveld Mpumalanga Interschools Mountain Bike is this weekend at the high school

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Pam Golding, BNI en Rusoord vat hande Request for sponsorship: This will be a fun day as this is not your ordinary Jaarliks in die verlede het Pam Golding by golf day. name Pieter Pieterse en die prinsipaal 'n We have a few different types of games at each hole gholfdag gereël waar hulle bietjie fondse ingesamel het ten bate van Rusoord. Hierdie to be played.

BNI / LYDENBURG RUSOORD would like to jaar vat Pam Golding, BNI en Rusoord hande. hereby invite your business to kindly assist with Ons hou net een gholfdag. Die rede is daar is so 'n sponsorship for our BNI / LYDENBURG RUSOORD groot aantal gholfdae reeds aan die gang. Spelers se sakke raak al hoe leër. In ons mooi Networking Golf Day. samewerking om die een gholfdag te hou kan ons These Golf Players each come with the mission to help meer en beter network doen en uit die netwerk uit raise funds for BNI LONGTOM CHAPTER / kan ons Rusoord meer bekendstel aan almal.

LYDENBURG RUSOORD. We are humbly BNI-lede doen netwerk om Rusoord en hulle organisasies te bevorder en Pam Golding bring requesting a sponsorship in the form of: soos gewoonlik hulle kant sodat daar fondse 1) Monetary donations, ingesamel word en op die einde van dag kan ons 2)Sponsorship of Auction items, dalk die voordeel na almal toe kanaliseer.

3)Sponsorship of Prize items, Beheerraadslede word gevra om skouer aan die Your branding is surely welcome to be displayed on wiel te sit en die borgvorm te benut om vir ons die the day of the event. Thank you for your timely nodige te doen. Verder vra ons ook elke assistance and contribution.

Beheerradslid om saam te span met die BNI-lede.

Contact the organisers for the banking details and Die BNI-lede gaan twee/twee 'n putjie beman. So ons vra dat die Beheerraddslede van Rusoord ways to contribute to our old age home. hulle self indeel om saam met die BNI-lede ook 'n Business Visitors putjie te beman. Byvoorbeeld : Nico en Rusoord Sponsor a tee off for R1 500.00 is by Putjie nommer 1. Dit is die putjie by die A 4 ball will be R1 000.00 per team gholfklub se huis sodat hy kan musiek maak, A “Blesbok” is one of the lucky draw prizes to be afkondigings kan doen. Alle Rusoord bejaardes won. wat nog beweeglik is word versoek om deel te Kontak huur 31 eiendomme For more info contact : weesons van gerus die dagvir vannog Saterdag Augustus. Al VERHURINGS: RENE 082 898 5272 VERKOPE: HENRY 074 589 0204 Nico Cross : 082 470 3070 kom sitwww.deovolenteproperties.co.za hulle net en drink 'n koppie koffie of kom page :vir Deo bringFacebook net 'n besoek 'n Volente foto. Properties Pieter Pieterse : 083 274 1986 Tel: (013) 235-1102, deovolprops@lantic.net Date Saturday 31 August 2019 Erich Venter : 082 904 8587 Bcom Regte(UP) NQF 5