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A decade since bloody Marikana massacre

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Today marks a decade since 34 Lonmin mineworkers were killed when police opened fire on protesting mineworkers, during a wage strike. For most of families, the trauma of August 2012 has had a psychological and emotional impact. 10 people, including Lonmin mine security guards and police officers, died in the days leading (up) to the massacre. Till today, no one has been arrested. A special commemoration event will be held at the mine today.

Zahraa Schroeder
Zahraa Schroeder
Zahraa writes articles about climate change, world conflict and celebrities. She received her Diploma in Journalism and Media Studies from Damelin, and has garnered more than four years’ experience in the radio industry. She is short for no reason and loves talking to strangers on the bus.

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