DR Congo: Shaft Collapse at Gold Mine in M23-Held Eastern DRC Traps Miners Firstpost Africa
A gold mine shaft collapse in the South Kivu's Luhihi region of eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has trapped an unknown number of miners underground. The incident occurred at the Lomera artisanal gold mine in the early hours of Sunday (July 20) amid heavy rain. Survivors described the structure shaking before giving way, forcing some miners to flee through alternate shafts. While the exact death toll and number of trapped miners remain unclear, local sources estimate dozens may have been trapped underground. Rescue efforts are underway, with people reportedly using their bare hands and basic tools to save those trapped. This tragic event highlights the perilous conditions in artisanal mining, a significant source of income in eastern DR Congo but often plagued by fatal accidents, inadequate oversight, and poor safety measures. The M23 rebels, who control the mineral-rich region, have rejected reports of hundreds trapped in the latest incident. Watch this video to know more.
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