Marikana miners
Mathunjwa: Marikana wounds are still raw
Mining union Amcu says the site where the Marikana miners were killed is not a space for political campaigning.
The miners are accused of killing police, security guards and non-striking workers in the days leading up to the Marikana massacre.
The miners face charges related to the crimes committed in the days leading up to 16 August 2012.
Proceedings were delayed by an apparent altercation between ANC and EFF members outside the venue.
Yesterday the union paid tribute to the 34 men who were gunned down by police four years ago.
Amcu president Joseph Mathunjwa questioned why four years later, there are still no answers as to who gave the instruction to shoot mine workers.
Political and religious leaders have descended on the Koppie for a commemoration service.
Thousands gathered for the commemoration of the 2012 Marikana massacre cheered when he took to the stage.
Bishop Jo Seoka says four years down the line, living and working conditions in Marikana have not improved.
Andries Nkome, the lawyer representing the Marikana miners, spoke to Talk Radio 702’s John Robbie about the 2012 massacre and what’s been done since.
Miners and community members will gather in Marikana to remember those who died fighting for a living wage.
Andries Nkomo represents at least 200 miners who were injured in the 2012 shooting.
Nathi Nhleko says Ipid and the NPA are in the process of reconstructing the Marikana crime scene.
In August 2012 a total of 44 people were killed during a violent unprotected strike over wages.
The inquiry relates to Phiyega’s conduct during the mass shooting in Marikana in 2012.
Evidence leader Ismail Jamie says the decision was made the night before 16 August.
Amnesty International says the legal process around the events leading to the shootings has been slow.
Ipid yesterday announced suspended police chief Riah Phiyega be charged with defeating the ends of justice.
Israel Kgamanyane will brief MPs on the inquiry’s recommendations in response to the 2012 shooting.