South Africa's hunt for 'Tiger' - alleged illegal mining kingpin

Jun 04, 2025
BBC News
South Africa's hunt for 'Tiger' - alleged illegal mining kingpin
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South Africa's hunt for 'Tiger' - the alleged illegal mining kingpin

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South African authorities are hot on the trail of a notorious alleged illegal mining kingpin nicknamed "Tiger" amid allegations of insider involvement in the country's lucrative manganese sector. Authorities have been tight-lipped on the details of their investigation, citing national security concerns. This comes after a high-profile raid led to the seizure of hundreds of thousands of dollars in cash and tonnes of illicit minerals, highlighting the nation's efforts to crack down on illegal mining activities.

The hunt has been characterized by authorities as a complex investigation, given the intricacies of the illegal mining network and the scale of the alleged corruption. They have emphasized that the operation is a top priority, indicating their commitment to addressing this issue, which has plagued the nation for years and undermines the legal mining industry and sustainable resource management.

Stay tuned as we bring you further developments on this intriguing story, including potential arrests and the outcomes of investigations.

Keywords: illegal mining, South Africa, manganese, corruption, national security, raids, seizures, TIMESTAMP, illegal activities, mining industry, resource management

Original source: BBC News