"It's too dangerous to confront them" - The crisis gripping Kya Sands : Part 4

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Given the danger involved in confronting illegal dumpers in Kya Sands, some residents and business owners have resorted to using drones to capture footage of the culprits.

Several areas have been inundated with rubble and waste as criminals take advantage of lax security , and an apparent lack of resources to tackle the crime.

HOT1027’s Tara Penny has more…
3 Jul 2023 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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