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Selebi-Phikwe pins hopes on BCL inquiry findings

Botshabelo location in Phikwe
Botshabelo location in Phikwe

Almost a decade since the sudden closure of BCL Mine, the Selebi-Phikwe community is once again clinging to a ray of hope as it awaits the findings of a Judicial Commission of Inquiry appointed by President Duma Boko.

Addressing a full council meeting recently, Selebi-Phikwe mayor, Oageng Makgosa, said the town is expectantly awaiting the outcome of the government commissioned inquiry.

Many believe the results could bring long-awaited closure and a path forward for the embattled copper mining town.

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