N4 shutdown sparks outrage: MEC Macie condemns zama‑zama violence

Communities Macie reassured communities that the Justice, Crime Prevention and Security Cluster is working through intelligence‑driven operations to stamp out illegal mining‑related criminality.

Macie urged law enforcement to relentlessly pursue those responsible, commending the South African Police Service (SAPS) for ongoing operations against illegal mining, including Operation Vala Umgodi and Operation Shanela, but called for intensified action.

Mpumalanga MEC for community safety, security and liaison, Jackie Macie, has condemned in the strongest terms the alleged shooting incident involving suspected illegal miners.