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Police in South Africa open fire on striking miners

Police opened fire on a group of striking miners at the Lonmin platinum mine in the North West province in South Africa on Thursday. The police have not yet released a death toll, but there are reports that at least 12 people have been killed in the shooting.

Travellers to South Africa should exercise caution and avoid all demonstrations and political gatherings as they can become violent with little warning.

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