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Special Report Transcript Episode 18, Section 5, Time 26:39

In 1986 the hills of KaNyamazane became powerful symbols in the new struggle emerging under the state of emergency. From these watchtowers above the valleys comrades could watch the movements of the soldiers and the police down below. Up there surprise raids were less likely and groups could quickly disperse if danger was spotted. But it was during this time that an enemy with a new face emerged, a powerful gang from within the community started a reign of terror. They were called Kabasa.

Notes: Report by Anneliese Burgess

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