Seven Illegal Immigrants Arrested In Mpumalanga For Illegal Mining

Mpumalanga police have arrested seven illegal immigrants during Operation Vala Umgodi in Simile township in Sabie. The suspects, aged between 18 and 67, were found in possession of illegal mining equipment, which included Phendukas, gas cylinders, motors, oxygen cylinders and generators.

Mpumalanga Police Acting Provincial Commissioner Major General Zeph Mkhwanazi says the police remain committed to fighting illegal mining activities in the province.

The suspects are expected to appear at the Sabie Magistrates Court on Monday on charges of contravention of the Immigration Act of South Africa.