Sars declares coal war

Government agencies raid 30 locations in five provinces

15 October 2023 - 00:00

By Hendrik Hancke

Raids this week in five provinces on 30 addresses including mines, offices and unregulated coal yards alleged to be involved in the stealing and swapping of coal meant for Eskom’s power stations have resulted in several preservation orders served and equipment worth more than R60m seized.

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