Gold Mine Collapse in Central African Republic Leaves Dozens Dead
2 sources across 2 countries · Brazil · Nigeria
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- CNN Brasil
- Premium Times
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A collapse at an artisanal gold mine in Zamboye, Central African Republic, has resulted in a significant loss of life. Reports on the death toll vary between sources. The Minister of Mines, Rufin Benam Beltoungou, stated that 49 people died, including 35 Central Africans, 12 Cameroonians, and two Chadians. However, other reports citing Red Cross volunteers and local media indicate the toll has risen to 107 labourers, with more people still missing or trapped beneath the rubble. The government has formally suspended activities at the site until further notice.
The incident occurred on Tuesday in a village located in the west of the country, near the border with Cameroon. Witnesses described the ground completely collapsing and burying workers. Authorities have opened an investigation into the cause of the landslide, which has been attributed to the collapse of several underground tunnels. Government spokesman Evariste Ngamana expressed sympathy for the families and stated that authorities are working to provide relief and assistance.
Mine collapses are frequent in the region due to limited supervision and inadequate safety measures in informal mining operations. Previous incidents include a collapse at the Be-Mbari site in June and another in the village of Ngourroum in mid-March. Cameroon has previously committed to formalizing part of the sector to improve regulation and safety.
How each side framed it
- Centre
- Both center-leaning outlets focused on the humanitarian tragedy and the systemic dangers of artisanal mining, though they differed on the reported death toll.
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