ON THE ROAD | ‘They’re coming for me’: Malamulele residents fear ‘Water Mafia’ as polls loom

Author: Alex Patrick, Ntwaagae Seleka and Rosetta MsimangoPublished on: October 2, 2026Country: South Africa

Crime & Law

ON THE ROAD | ‘They’re coming for me’: Malamulele residents fear ‘Water Mafia’ as polls loom

Malamulele residents fear a group called the ‘Water Mafia’ that they believe is targeting them as elections approach. They express concern about being persecuted or attacked by this organization related to water management in the area. Tensions are rising ahead of the elections, heightening local fears. No further details about the ‘Water Mafia’ are provided.

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