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78 Bodies Pulled From South Africa Gold Mine

CNN on MSN · 2d

South Africa criticized for ‘horrific’ mining crackdown after 78 bodies pulled from underground

The clampdown on illegal mining cut off food and water to hundreds of miners underground. At least 78 bodies were pulled from a mining shaft this week, and more are believed to remain underground.

The Associated Press on MSN · 2d

Why hundreds of miners are still trapped and feared starving in an abandoned South Africa mine

South African authorities have come under intense scrutiny for their response after civic groups said hundreds of miners have been trapped deep in an abandoned gold mine for months.

The Washington Post · 2d

60 bodies pulled from illegal mine in South Africa; many more trapped

Hundreds are still trapped at the Stilfontein gold mine, a rights group said. Authorities tried to flush out the miners by depriving them of food and water.

Rise of illegal gold mining in Africa

The rise of illegal gold mining in Africa

In South Africa, a months-long standoff between police and illegal gold miners has resulted in over 100 deaths. This surge in illegal gold mining has highlighted the growing dangers of the industry. Zinhle Essamuah traveled to West Africa to explore the forces driving the dark side of the gold rush.

The Perils Of S. Africa's Illegal Mining Sector

The derelict Stilfontein shaft, which became a hell hole for hundreds of trapped miners, is just one of 6,000 that have been abandoned by South Africa's gold extraction companies.

Mass Arrests in West Africa Illegal Mining Operation

A sweeping Interpol-led operation targeting illegal mining in West Africa has led to the arrest of 200 people and the seizure of substances worth $100,000.

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Across Africa, Russia is growing in influence. What might Moscow want?

Reliance on Russia’s military offerings has become increasingly prevalent in parts of Africa, amid an aggressive push by ...

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Investment in Africa: Free trade area agreement powers continent's energy future

Juliya Arbisman, Niyati Ahuja and Hyuna Yong of Reed Smith LLP discuss the recently implemented Agreement on African ...

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Africa’s Defining Moments: A Look Back At 2024 And Predictions For 2025

As we enter 2025, we reflect on a watershed year for Africa. Across culture, technology, leadership, and innovation.

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Africa’s climate change balancing act: green energy vs economic development

Sub-Saharan African countries should be given more financial and technical support to cope with climate change disasters, so ...

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Leonardo, BF partner up with Italy govt for agricultural projects in Africa

Italian aerospace company Leonardo and agro-industrial group BF signed a deal with the government on Friday to provide ...

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South Africa Mine Rescue Ends, Anger Rises Over 78 Deaths in Police Siege

Illegal mining is common in parts of gold-rich South Africa. Typically, undocumented miners known as zama zamas - from an ...

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Carmakers Ask ArcelorMittal to Delay South Africa Closures

Carmakers in South Africa are imploring the local unit of ArcelorMittal SA and the country’s trade minister to work together ...

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Rescuers seek last bodies in South Africa mine where 78 died in police siege

By Siyabonga Sishi and Nellie PeytonSTILFONTEIN, South Africa (Reuters) - South African rescuers were making final efforts ...

World Politics Review on MSN14h

2025 Will Be a Year of Change for Africa’s Continental Leadership

Africa’s continental diplomacy has a lot riding on upcoming leadership changes at the AU Commission and the African ...

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