Who is responsible for the Marikana massacre?

The Farlam Commission of Inquiry that probed events found that SAPS top brass was responsible for the tragic turn of events. Nine police officers were investigated and charged with various offences including murder and attempted murder following the massacre.

Likewise, people ask, who is the owner of Marikana mine?

The mine is jointly owned by Anglo American Platinum (AQPSA) and Anglo American Platinum (Amplats), under a 50:50 pooling-and-sharing (PSA) agreement that was signed in 2005. AQPSA is the operator of the mine. Marikana is AQPSA's second operating mine in South Africa.

Also, how many miners died at Marikana? Marikana. On August 16 2012, 34 people, mostly employed by Lonmin platinum mines, were killed after police opened fire on striking miners. The strike, which had begun on August 9 over a wage dispute, was marred by intimidation and violence. Ten people, including two policemen and two security guards had been killed.

Likewise, why did the Marikana massacre happen?

Prior peaceful protests and fatal clashes On 11 August, NUM leaders allegedly opened fire on striking NUM members who were marching to their offices. The killing of two miners was reported in the South African media as a central reason for the breakdown in trust within the union amongst workers.

When did Marikana massacre happen?

August 10, 2012

Related Question Answers

Did sibanye buy Lonmin?

Lonmin acquired by Sibanye-Stillwater. On 10 June 2019, Sibanye-Stillwater completed the acquisition of Lonmin Plc.

Was the Marikana strike legal?

The BBC's Milton Nkosi was with some of the striking miners This is the biggest industrial unrest in South Africa's platinum sector since the 2012 Marikana massacre, when police shot dead 34 striking miners. Unlike 2012, the current strike is legal.

What is mined in Marikana?

Marikana is located near Rustenburg, about 112km from Johannesburg in South Africa. It is a producer of platinum group minerals (PGMs) and covers an area of 33km². The mine was commissioned at the end of 2002 with an initial investment of R630m ($61m).

What does Marikana mean?

Marikana. The name Rooikoppies means 'red hills' in Afrikaans.

Who owns Lonmin mine in South Africa?

Lonmin plc, formerly the mining division of Lonrho plc, is a British producer of platinum group metals operating in the Bushveld Complex of South Africa. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange.

Where is Lonmin mine situated?

South Africa

Who are Cyril Ramaphosa's parents?

Samuel Ramaphosa Father Erdmuth Ramaphosa Mother

Who owns Anglo American Platinum?

Anglo American South Africa Investments Proprietary Limited

What does wildcat strike mean?

A wildcat strike action, often referred to as a wildcat strike, is a strike action undertaken by unionized workers without union leadership's authorization, support, or approval; this is sometimes termed an unofficial industrial action.

What is Ramaphosa worth?

Ramaphosa is well known as a businessman, and his estimated net worth is over R6.4 billion ($450 million) as of 2018, with 31 properties and previously-held notable ownership in companies such as McDonald's South Africa, chair of the board for MTN and member of the board for Lonmin.

What is the name of Cyril Ramaphosa wife?

Tshepo Motsepe m. 1996 Nomazizi Mtshotshisa m. 1991–1993

Who is Cyril Ramaphosa married to?

Tshepo Motsepe m. 1996 Nomazizi Mtshotshisa m. 1991–1993

When did Cyril Ramaphosa join the ANC?

He was elected General-Secretary of the ANC in a conference held in Durban in July 1991. Ramaphosa was a visiting Professor of Law at Stanford University in the United States in October 1991.