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- Militant Illegal Mining Syndicates Threaten South African Water Systems and Regional Security
Published: Apr 24, 2026
Section: Africa
South Africa is facing an escalating crisis as "zama zama" illegal mining operations evolve into heavily armed, mafia-style syndicates. These groups, often utilizing small arms and...
- Niger State Authorities Arrest Two Chinese Nationals for Unauthorized Mining Operations
Published: Apr 21, 2026
Section: Africa
Officials in Niger State have apprehended two Chinese nationals during a regulatory inspection at the Zuzungi mining site. The arrests highlight a statewide crackdown on illegal mi...
- Military Raid On Kogi Illegal Mining Site Leads To Arrest Of Three Suspects
Published: Apr 15, 2026
Section: Africa
Troops operating under Operation MESA have dismantled an illegal mining camp in the Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State. During the coordinated raid, security forces arr...
- Parliamentarians Demand Clear Exit Strategy and Operational Metrics for R823 Million Anti-Crime Military Deployment
Published: Apr 8, 2026
Section: Africa
South African public representatives are calling for strict accountability and measurable goals for the latest Operation Prosper deployment of 2,200 soldiers. The year-long mission...
- Nigeria Customs Service Intercepts Smuggled Vegetable Oil And Illegal Mica Stones Worth Over R224 Million In Ogun State
Published: Apr 4, 2026
Section: Africa
The Ogun I Area Command of the Nigeria Customs Service has seized 1,202 kegs of smuggled vegetable oil and 285 sacks of mica stones. The combined operations, valued at approximatel...
- Ebonyi State House Of Assembly Shuts Down Greenfield Metals Company Over Illegal Underground Mining Operations And Regulatory Failures
Published: Apr 3, 2026
Section: Africa
The Ebonyi State House of Assembly has ordered the immediate closure of Greenfield Metals Company following an oversight visit that uncovered unauthorized mining activities in the...
- President Ramaphosa Authorizes 2,200 Soldiers for National Deployment Against Organized Crime and Illegal Mining Operations
Published: Mar 31, 2026
Section: Africa
The South African National Defence Force is beginning a large scale domestic deployment to support police in neutralizing gang violence and illegal mining networks. Under Operation...
- South African Military And Police Launch Massive Joint Operation Prosper Deployment To Combat Gang Violence And Illegal Mining
Published: Mar 30, 2026
Section: Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorized a year long deployment of 2,200 South African National Defence Force members to support police operations across five provinces. The joint...
- Ghanaian Cocoa Sector Faces One Billion Dollar Loss Following Production Collapse and Market Miscalculation
Published: Mar 28, 2026
Section: Africa
Ghana has reported its lowest cocoa production in 15 years, dropping to 530,873 tonnes due to illegal mining and disease. The decline caused a massive financial shortfall after the...
- SANDF Deployment Begins in Cape Town as Ramaphosa Sends 2,200 Soldiers to Combat Rising Crime
Published: Mar 27, 2026
Section: Africa
The South African National Defence Force has commenced its visible deployment in Cape Town as part of a broader national initiative to curb violent crime. President Cyril Ramaphosa...
- Parliamentary Security Cluster Cautions Against Normalizing Military Presence in Domestic Law Enforcement
Published: Mar 19, 2026
Section: Africa
Chairpersons of Parliament’s security cluster have issued a stern warning against the long-term deployment of the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to fight crime. While...
- South African Military Units Enter Johannesburg Suburbs to Combat Surging Gang Violence and Illicit Mining
Published: Mar 12, 2026
Section: Africa
President Cyril Ramaphosa has authorized the deployment of the South African National Defense Forces to reinforce police efforts in crime ridden provinces. Initial operations began...