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Illegal gold mining scars Johannesburg suburbs as prices soar

Soaring gold prices have fuelled a surge in illegal 'zama zama' mining in abandoned shafts around Roodepoort, west of Johannesburg. Animal charity founder Cora Bailey says miners have drawn water from her shelter's tanks meant for about 100 rescued animals. Police periodically clear sites and announce arrests, but miners often return within days.

Illegal gold mining scars Johannesburg suburbs as prices soar

This summary is based on reporting by The Guardian.

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