Deadly Landslide Hits Gold Mine in Central African Republic

A landslide at an artisanal gold-mining site in the Central African Republic has claimed the lives of more than 100 people, according to an official from a local mining association.

The disaster struck at an unregulated, small-scale mining operation, where workers often dig in precarious conditions with limited safety measures. The exact location of the site and the circumstances leading to the collapse have not been disclosed.

Artisanal mining is widespread in the Central African Republic, where gold and diamond deposits attract thousands of informal workers. Such sites frequently lack proper structural safeguards, making them vulnerable to landslides, especially during heavy rains.

Local authorities and mining groups are expected to assess the situation, though rescue and recovery efforts face significant logistical challenges in the remote areas where these mines are typically located.

The death toll may rise as search operations continue, but no official confirmation from the government has been released so far.