Ten dead, five injured after Zambia mine collapses
At least 10 people were killed and five others injured when a mine collapsed in southwest Zambia on Monday, police said. The accident occurred in the Mumbwa district on Monday morning.
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- Published Date: 08:33 | 07 October 2024
- Modified Date: 08:33 | 07 October 2024
Rescue efforts were underway after a mine pit collapsed in Zambia's Mumbwa District, killing 10 people and injuring five, police said on Monday.
"An unknown number of people went to conduct mining activities at the pit this morning. During the course of their mining activities, the earth collapsed on them," Zambian police said in a statement.
Rescue efforts were underway to save miners believed to be trapped under the debris.
"We will do everything possible to provide assistance and ensure a thorough investigation," local politician Collins Nzovu said in a statement.