How Mexican cartels turned South Africa’s farms into meth production hubs
Raids on South African farms have uncovered meth labs linked to Mexican networks, signalling a new cartel phase.
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Raids on South African farms have uncovered meth labs linked to Mexican networks, signalling a new cartel phase.
![11 suspects appeared in Swartruggens Magistrate’s Court facing charges including drug manufacturing, illegal possession of hazardous materials, and violations of the Immigration Act.[Handout/SA Police Service]](/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/HIWe4NGWcAAyqUe-1-1780838833.jpg?resize=770%2C513&quality=80)









Foreign workers in South Africa are again facing violence and protests by anti-immigrant groups.

Thousands of foreign workers are under increasing pressure to leave the country.

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