Volunteers temporarily suspend rescue efforts at abandoned mine in Stilfontein

The self-appointed rescue team has put their efforts on hold as the scorching sun took its toll on the volunteers on Monday.

JOHANNESBURG - Volunteers have temporarily suspended rescue efforts at an abandoned mine in Stilfontein in the North West as operation ‘Vala Umgodi’ intensifies.

The self-appointed rescue team has put their efforts on hold as the scorching sun takes its toll on the volunteers.

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