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IN CONVERSATION WITH INNOCENT MOLOI, PARALEGAL

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In Springs, Gauteng, residents of a local informal settlement have taken
matters into their own hands, digging up land in search of gold despite
repeated warnings from authorities. What started as rumours of a gold deposit
has turned into a chaotic scene, with people paying small fees to dig and, in
some cases, reporting earnings of a few thousand rand.

The government has cautioned that mining without the proper permits is
illegal under the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act, and it
carries serious safety, environmental, and legal risks. Yet, poverty,
unemployment, and a lack of economic opportunities are driving many to take
these risks.

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This situation raises complex issues: the legal implications for those digging,
the rights of landowners, and the role of authorities in protecting both the law
and vulnerable communities. Today, we’ll be joined by a paralegal to unpack
what residents need to know, the legal risks involved, and how people can
navigate this tricky situation responsibly.
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