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Valuable raw materials are mined in the small town of Kuruman and sold abroad, yet locals reap none of the benefits Many of them work in the mines themselves, often unaware of health risks, sometimes with fatal consequences. "Mining Voices" delves into the historical, present, and future impact of mining on the country, its people, and the environment.
The system of apartheid ended 30 years ago with the first democratic elections in South Africa. How has the country developed since then? For our three-part mini-series ”Echoes of Change“, Thabo Thindi embarks on a journey to his home country to document today’s challenges and shifting sentiments leading up to the elections on 29 May 2024.
Equal access to land and housing remains a central issue in South Africa. Land is both a symbol of liberation and a source of identity for millions of black South Africans. Given its profound importance, the mini-series delves into various aspects of the land question.
