PILGRIM’S REST- Police arrested 38 suspects during an illicit mining operation in Pilgrim’s Rest in the early hours of 13 September 2026. Of the 38, 36 were arrested for illegal mining and possession of gold-bearing material and equipment. Two were arrested for contravening the Immigration Act. Police discovered that the…
PILGRIM’S REST- An operation aimed at disrupting illicit mining activities led to the arrest of 24 suspects between 29 July to date. Of the 24 suspects arrested, 12 were arrested for offences relating to illegal mining, while one suspect faces charges of assaulting police officers and resisting arrest. A further…
PILGRIM’S REST- Operation Vala Umgodi has yielded positive results once again following the arrest of 33 illegal immigrants on Sunday, 2 March. The suspects between the ages of 18 to 45, appeared in the Graskop Magistrate’s Court on Monday for being in possession of mining equipment. READ | 15 illegal…
The 2023 World Gold Panning Championships will take place in Pilgrims Rest from 6 to 12. August. A total of 21 countries will compete to be crowned the World Gold Panning Champions. This championship marks a significant moment for South Africa as the world’s attention turns to our great nation.…