Why did the Marikana massacre happened?
The strike occurred against a backdrop of antagonism and violence between the African National Congress-allied National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) and its emerging rival, the Association of Mineworkers and Construction Union (AMCU).
Who was minister of police during Marikana massacre?
Minister Bheki Cele
Police Minister Bheki Cele has released a report compiled by a panel of experts on the reforms that police should undergo following the Marikana massacre. The report made 136 recommendations.
What led to Marikana?
The overarching outcome was that neither government nor Lonmin lived up to their statutory or public commitments. They failed to provide public goods to communities around the mine. This contributed to the squalor of Marikana and other settlements in the area, which in turn fed the grievances of striking mineworkers.
When did Marikana massacre happen?
August 10, 2012
Marikana massacre/Start dates
What’s the meaning of Marikana?
Bonfire or Guy Fawkes Night.
How did the Marikana strike affect the economy of South Africa?
Amplats said on Thursday that the strike and subsequent ramp up had resulted in production losses of 532 000 ounces, worth about $675m at current prices. Impala Platinum, also hit by the strike, will give a production update next week but the combined industry losses are estimated to be at least 1.2 million ounces.
Who owns Marikana mine?
Aquarius Platinum South Africa
The mine is jointly owned by Aquarius Platinum South Africa (AQPSA) and Anglo American Platinum (Amplats). Proven and probable reserves are estimated at 15.61mt graded at 3.14g/t of 4E. Marikana was initially developed through the West-West and Main open pits, which were mined out in 2011.
What happened Marikana 2012?
Police officers open fire on striking mineworkers outside the Nkageng informal settlement in Marikana on 16 August 2012. It has been nine years since 34 miners were killed during mining protests in Marikana, North West.
What year was the first diamond discovered in South Africa?
1867
The discovery of diamonds in South Africa occurred in early 1867 on the land of a poor Boer farmer, Daniel Jacobs, near the small isolated settlement of Hopetown on the Orange River in the Cape of Good Hope Colony.
What was the impact of the strike on the mine workers in South Africa?
Although the initial demands were ignored and the workers returned to the mines after only a week, the strike was viewed as a crucial moment in South Africa’s development. Ultimately this initial protest later influenced political realignments, and has been associated with increased labour conscience and social change.
What happened at Marikana mine?
Monday marks nine years since 34 miners were killed and 78 seriously injured when the police opened fire on protesting miners at Marikana, North West. Between 12 August and 14 August ten people died, including six mine workers, two Lonmin security guards and two SAPS members.
What was Ramaphosa position during Marikana massacre?
During the Marikana Commission, it also emerged that Lonmin management solicited Ramaphosa, as Lonmin shareholder and ANC heavyweight, to coordinate “concomitant action” against “criminal” protesters and therefore is seen by many as being responsible for the massacre.
What was the cause of the Marikana massacre?
The Marikana massacre occurred during a wildcat strike at a mine owned by Lonmin in the Marikana area, close to Rustenburg, in 2012. The event garnered international attention following a series of violent incidents between the police, Lonmin security, and members of the National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) on one side, and strikers on the other.
How did the Marikana massacre compare to Sharpeville?
The massacre has been compared to the 1960 Sharpeville massacre. The incident took place on the 25th anniversary of a nationwide miners’ strike. The killings took place at two locations, roughly 500 metres away from each other, with 17 people fatally wounded at each of these locations.
What kind of metal is mined in Marikana?
Platinum is the main metal which is mined in the Marikana mine. On 10 August 2012, rock drillers initiated a wildcat strike in pursuit of a pay raise to 12,500 South African rand per month, a figure which amounted to tripling of their monthly salaries (from approx. US$280 to $840).