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Marikana Massacre

The Bureau's investigation into the 2012 Marikana massacre in South Africa, the single most lethal use of force by South African security forces against civilians since 1960

Highlights from the Investigation

24.11.13

Marikana Massacre

Timeline of a massacre

Interactive timeline of key points in the lead up to the Marikana massacre

08.11.12

Marikana Massacre

Fresh allegations of cover-up in Marikana massacre

New evidence suggests that murder scenes were doctored.

07.12.12

Marikana Massacre

The Marikana massacre in the words of the victims

Witness testimonies conflict with the official explanations for the massacre.

15.05.14

Marikana Massacre

‘There will be no justice for the miners of Marikana’: worrying signs inquiry will end prematurely

Changes to the commission’s remit could let key actors off the hook.

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