Business owners in Philippi live in fear as extortionists demand they pay up or be killed

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Business owners who shared their experiences say paying extortion money is not an option but a requirement in order to continue trading.

CAPE TOWN - Small business owners in Philippi claim they are forced to pay a monthly protection fee of up to 50% of their profit or they will be killed.

Another salon owner in the area who is paying 50% of what he makes every month says many businesses had to close down.

 

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