Reported 8 days ago
The South African government has formed a team of mine rescue experts to devise a plan for retrieving illegal miners trapped underground in a disused gold mine. This decision follows a shift from a previously strict approach, as officials had closed access points to prevent a supply of food and water to the miners. Estimates suggest that between 350 and 4,000 miners could be underground, raising concerns over their safety. A government delegation visited the site to engage with the community, emphasizing a commitment to saving lives while acknowledging the miners' illegal activities.
Source: YAHOO