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Kenya: 4 Die at Abandoned Gold Mine in Rachuonyo South

Kenya: 4 Die at Abandoned Gold Mine in Rachuonyo South

Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Kenyans.co.ke
Published on 2025-02-10 15:44:58

Four people lost their lives in a tragic mining accident in Homa Bay County on Monday, February 10.

The victims perished during a mining expedition in an abandoned gold mine in Ruga village, Rachuonyo South.

Reports indicate that the four were trapped in the deep mine and suffocated due to a lack of oxygen-supporting equipment.

According to Kowidi Location Chief Lucas Juma, five miners initially entered the site, which had been abandoned for three years, without notifying the relevant…

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