Tomorrow is nine years since the Marikana massacre. Thirty-four miners died at the hands of police. The Socio-Economic Rights Institute says government should declare the day a public holiday as a sign of remorse, and comfort to the affected families. The institute has been representing some of the families in court. Anlie Hatting spoke to the institute's executive director, Nomzamo Zondo. Courtesy #DStv403
JOHANNESBURG - Monday is nine years since the Marikana massacre where 34 miners died at the hands of police.
The Socio-Economic Rights Institute says government should declare the day a public holiday as a sign of remorse, and comfort to the affected families.
The institute has been representing some of the families in court.
It's raised concerns that, close to a decade later, not a single police officer has been charged for the murders.
SERI executive director, Nomzamo Zondo, says through the engagements it's had with families, it's calling on the NPA to ensure there are sufficient resources for the team working on the case so they can get to solutions.
