KARIEGA - Nine initiates have died in the Eastern Cape since the start of summer initiation.
Those who survive speak of horrors suffered at camp.
Hunger is rife, as armed criminals allegedly rob young boys who transport food and other supplies to initiates.
The Kwanobuhle Initiation Task Team, made up of traditional leaders, health officials, police, religious leaders, and taxi industry players, visited hotspot areas.
Meanwhile, 24 suspects have been arrested in connection with the initiates' deaths.
- eNCA's Nceba Ntlanganiso reports.