At least 14 artisanal miners found dead at a disused mine in South Africa, police say
Summary
At least 14 artisanal miners died and many were injured at an old, unused mine near Rustenburg, South Africa. Police found the miners but did not give details about how they died.Key Facts
- The miners died at a disused mine about 130 kilometers northwest of Johannesburg.
- The South African Police Service reported the deaths on Tuesday.
- Officials did not share the exact cause of death.
- The provincial police commissioner was traveling to the mine site.
- Many artisanal miners in South Africa work illegally in old gold and platinum mines.
- These miners often lack proper safety gear and can stay underground for weeks.
- Informal mining is linked to criminal gangs and violent conflicts.
- Rustenburg is a center for platinum mining, and South Africa holds the largest platinum reserves in the world.
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