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Gold mine collapse in Cameroon: Dozens dead

Gold mine collapse in Cameroon: Dozens dead

19.08.2026 09:51

Dozens of miners were killed and many more trapped when a gold mine collapsed in the village of Zamboye, on the border between Cameroon and the Central African Republic.

Tens of miners lost their lives and many others were trapped when a gold mine collapsed in the village of Zamboye on the border between Cameroon and the Central African Republic.

FEARED DEATH TOLL EXCEEDS 100

According to eyewitnesses and local media outlets, the collapse occurred around 3:00 PM local time on Tuesday.

While authorities have not yet made an official statement regarding the death toll, media organizations broadcasting in Cameroon and the Central African Republic have reported fears that the death toll may exceed 100.

RESCUE EFFORTS CONTINUE

Search and rescue operations are ongoing to reach the miners trapped in the mine.

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