WorldCentral African Republic mine collapse leaves 30 dead
A gold mine collapse in the Abba region of the Central African Republic left dozens dead and many trapped, with rescuers racing to pull survivors as figures vary from about 30 confirmed dead to well over 100 feared dead. The incident underscores the high risks of artisanal mining in the region, where collapses are frequent and assistance is being sought from aid groups and authorities.
