There was over 4 000 employees dismissed from their places of work.
The companies who dismissed the employees soughtcourtinterdicts for stop the strike.
He added that there was a living out expense, basic salary and commission.
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Many people had flocked to KwaHlati under the belief diamonds had been found.
The KZNgovernmentconfirmed that stones found in KwaHlati were not diamonds but were however less valuable quartz crystals.
The decision was made during a council meeting on Wednesday, which was chaired by Premier Sihle Zikalala.
Over 4 000 workers have been dismissed from their places of work through contractors relating to Impala Platinum Mine. Image: Nadine HuttonSource: Getty Images
In addition, the government intended to look into any potential economic activities in the area.
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Source: Briefly News
Reeshni ChettyReeshni Chetty is a senior current affairs reporter.
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