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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.
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.
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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Africa's stunning island that has 'one of the world's most best beaches' and 28C heat
Picturesque island with magnificent animal and plant diversity, the world's best beach and local cuisine you'll remember for ...
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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 MSN
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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 ...
Tuko
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Nairobi Recognised as 5th Best City in Africa in Traveller's Choice Award
Kenya's capital, Nairobi, has been ranked as the fifth-best city on the African continent. Tourism CS Rebecca Miano announced ...
The Financial Express
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Africa reports over 200 disease outbreaks in 2024; Cholera tops list
Health emergencies are on the rise in Africa. Last year, there were 213 public health outbreaks that the pan-African public health agency was monitoring, which is up from 166 in 2023. The leading ...
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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 ...
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