MBOMBELA - The recent arrest of over 500 illegal miners in Mpumalanga is raising serious concerns about national security.
WATCH: Discussion | Impact of illegal mining on local communities
The massive operation has sparked questions about how such a large number of undocumented foreign nationals are able to enter the country without being detected.
How much are mine owners losing as a result of this problem?
- Minerals And Petroleum Portfolio Committee Chairperson Mikateko Mahlaule discussed this with eNCA.