More than 100 dead after goldmine collapses in Central African Republic
A landslide at an artisanal goldmine in the Central African Republic has resulted in over 100 deaths. Rescue efforts are ongoing as officials work to recover bodies and search for survivors in the village of Zamboye.
Why it matters
The incident underscores the extreme dangers associated with unregulated artisanal mining operations in the region.
Screenshot of verified video the shows the goldmine collapse in the Central African Republic with more than 100 reported dead. Photograph: AP Screenshot of verified video the shows the goldmine collapse in the Central African Republic with more than 100 reported dead. Photograph: AP Central African Republic More than 100 dead after goldmine collapses in Central African Republic The collapse was caused by a landslide, while local officials say the death toll is likely to rise as recovery efforts continue
Prefer the Guardian on Google More than 100 people have died after an artisanal goldmine at a small village in western Central African Republic (CAR) caved in due to a landslide, local officials and aid workers said on Wednesday.
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