South Africa trapped miners: At least 36 dead bodies recovered in Stilfontein
Jan 15, 2025 #SouthAfrica #IllegalMining #Stilfontein
In Stilfontein, South Africa, rescue teams recovered at least 36 bodies from an illegal m
Jan 15, 2025 #SouthAfrica #IllegalMining #Stilfontein
In Stilfontein, South Africa, rescue teams recovered at least 36 bodies from an illegal mine as efforts stretched into a second day. Over 80 miners, who had spent months underground, were brought to the surface and immediately arrested. The rescue operations come amid harrowing video evidence showing dead bodies and starving miners trapped underground. Authorities are now investigating the site as they tackle the broader issues of illegal mining in the region.
Al Jazeera's Haru Mutasa reports from Stilfontein.
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