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South Africa criticized for ‘horrific’ mining crackdown

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 · 1d

Why did 87 miners die trapped underground in South Africa as police tried to force their surrender?

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is facing calls to order a national inquiry into a police operation that was meant to combat illegal mining but ended up leaving 87 miners to die underground as authorities attempted to force them to surrender during a monthslong standoff.

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

NBC News · 1d

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.

Barron's · 23h

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.

OCCRP · 13h

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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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.

World Politics Review on MSN12h

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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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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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 ...

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

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

South Africa Reaches Huge Milestone In Formula 1 Entry Bid

South Africa is making significant progress in its journey to host a Formula 1 Grand Prix by 2026, by inviting potential host ...

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Foreign Office reveals the 'world's most dangerous countries' - Africa dominates the list

According to the FCDO, plenty of African countries are completely safe to visit, so travellers shouldn't write off the ...

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South Africa criticized for ‘horrific’ mining crackdown

Rise of illegal gold mining in Africa

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