In the Democratic Republic of Congo, at least 50 people have died after heavy rains caused a gold mine to collapse in South Kivu province. Deadly accidents are not uncommon in the mostly unregulated artisanal mines. In addition to gold, Congo also produces 60% of the world’s cobalt, used in cellphones and other electronic devices.
At Least 50 Dead in DRC After Heavy Rains Trigger Gold Mine Collapse
HeadlineSep 14, 2020