https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/central-african-republic-artisanal-gold-mine-collapses-killing-more-than-100Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/central-african-republic-artisanal-gold-mine-collapses-killing-more-than-100https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/central-african-republic-artisanal-gold-mine-collapses-killing-more-than-100#u48074Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:50:52 +0000The Central African Republic government has closed an artisanal gold mine in Zamboye after a collapse killed over 100 people, including citizens from the Central African Republic, Cameroon, and Chad. Rescue teams continue to recover bodies, and hopes of finding survivors have faded. The government has launched an investigation and promised relief for the families of the victims.Why it mattersThe disaster occurred at an artisanal gold mine near the Cameroonian border, involving the failure of several underground tunnels. The incident highlights the risks faced by artisanal miners in the region https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/central-african-republic-artisanal-gold-mine-collapses-killing-more-than-100https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/central-african-republic-artisanal-gold-mine-collapses-killing-more-than-100#u46057Fri, 21 Aug 2026 23:20:24 +0000Central African Republic authorities ordered the closure of an artisanal gold mine in Zamboye after a collapse killed at least 107 laborers. The disaster occurred Tuesday, involving the failure of several underground tunnels. Mines Minister Rufin Benam Beltoungou announced the suspension of all activity at the site. Rescue teams continue to recover bodies from the rubble, though hopes of finding survivors faded by Thursday. The government has launched an investigation and promised relief for the families of the victims, which include citizens from the Central African Republic, Cameroon, and Ch https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/central-african-republic-artisanal-gold-mine-collapses-killing-more-than-100https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/central-african-republic-artisanal-gold-mine-collapses-killing-more-than-100#u45792Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:30:07 +0000A gold mine collapse in the Central African Republic has killed more than 100 people. The disaster occurred at an artisanal site located near the border with Cameroon. Reports indicate the deaths resulted from a landslide that brought down the mine structure. While early reports from NBC News cited at least 30 miners dead, multiple other outlets including Reuters, The Guardian, and The New York Times have since updated the death toll to exceed 100.Why it mattersArtisanal mining often operates with minimal safety oversight in the region. This incident highlights the dangers of illegal mining op