Plan to mine next to Modderfontein Reserve sparks row
Residents and explosives factory fight to safeguard pristine area
06 July 2025 - 00:00
An application to prospect and mine in the middle of the Modderfontein residential and business areas on Gauteng's East Rand is causing concern to businesses, conservationists and property owners...
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