The death of 100 workers in illegal mining in South Africa has shocked everyone. These laborers trapped in the mine were struggling with hunger and thirst for several months. About 100 workers were trapped in the gold mines in Buffelsfontein, near the South African town of Stilfontein. While taking him out, it was found that he had died of hunger and thirst.
There is a possibility of more than 500 laborers still trapped there.
Information about the incident was received from the video sent by the workers through mobile phones, in which dead bodies are shown wrapped in plastic. According to the mining-affected community United in Action group, so far 26 workers have been rescued alive and 18 bodies have been recovered during the relief operation. However, the mine is so deep that more than 500 workers are still feared trapped there. The depth of the mine is said to be 2.5 kilometers.
Clash between police and workers
A clash broke out between the workers and the police after the police tried to seal the mine. Police said that the workers are not coming out due to fear of arrest, while the workers allege that the police has removed their ropes, due to which they are unable to come out.
death from hunger and thirst
In the post mortem report, the first cause of death was said to be hunger. All the workers died as the supply of food and water in the mine was cut off. The death of the workers has raised serious questions on the safety and management of the mine.
illegal mining practices
Illegal mining is a common problem in South Africa. When large companies abandon the mines, deeming them worthless, local miners try to extract the remaining gold. This dangerous situation becomes a threat to their life.
