Kaya 959 Point of View with Phemelo Motene

Minister responds to scientists at Antarctic base rocked by alleged assault

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A group of scientists due to work together for months at a remote Antarctic research station has been rocked after a member of the team was accused of physical assault. A team of nine researchers were due to spend the Antarctic winter at the South African-run base, which sits about 170km (about 105 miles) from the edge of the ice shelf and is difficult to reach. According to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment officials immediately activated the response plan in order to mediate and restore relations at the base. Phemelo speaks to Minister Deon George to find out what government is doing to step in.
19 Mar 1PM English South Africa Education · Careers

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