SA marks 14 years since Marikana massacre that left 34 dead

Today marks the 14th anniversary of the Marikana massacre, which occurred at the Lonmin platinum mine near Rustenburg in North West, South Africa. Thirty-four mineworkers were killed by police on 16 August 2012 during an unprotected strike demanding a monthly salary of R12,500. A commemoration event is being held today at the koppie where some of the workers were killed, with preparations nearly complete according to the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU).

The event is expected to draw between ten thousand and fifteen thousand attendees, with high police visibility in the area to ensure a calm and orderly situation.

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