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Illegal Mining: A Crime or a Means to Survive?
Every year, thousands of lives are lost or irreparably damaged in the shadows of illegal mining operations. Behind the headlines, there are countless untold stories of people driven to desperate measures for survival.
As you read this, somewhere, someone is risking their life deep beneath the earth, hoping to find a way out of poverty. But is illegal mining a crime born out of greed, or is it a desperate act of survival?
By law, any activity that violates legal guidelines is considered illegal. But laws often fail to see the whole picture. For many, illegal mining isn’t just about breaking the rules—it’s about breaking free from the chains of poverty. This article explores the delicate balance between crime and survival, as we delve into the issue of illegal mining and its deep connection to the idea of sustainable and inclusive development.
A Tragic Incident: South Africa’s Mining Disaster
Imagine the tension, the chaos, the air thick with dust and smoke as rescue teams work tirelessly in an effort to save lives. On where…
