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Sibanye Stillwater halts Kloof mine operations after 260 trapped miners rescued
Sibanye Stillwater confirmed the safe rescue of 260 miners trapped underground at Kloof 7 shaft, as operations remain suspended pending thorough safety inspections and risk assessments.
Rescue operations underway for 300 mine workers trapped at Sibanye Stillwater
Urgent rescue efforts are underway for at least 300 mine workers trapped underground at Sibanye Stillwater's Kloof gold mine in Gauteng, following a blockage caused by a shift of ore.
New study shows lung diseases still threaten SA mine workers
A groundbreaking 2021 autopsy study by the National Institute for Occupational Health reveals concerning patterns of lung diseases among South African miners, despite decades of regulations. The report highlights urgent needs for enhanced worker protection and healthcare reforms, while showcasing the critical role of post-mortem surveillance in securing compensation for affected families.
Expert warns against reopening Stilfontein Mine as residents push for jobs
Residents of Khuma want the abandoned mine reopened to create jobs and boost the local economy, but mining expert Ingrid Watson warns that financial and safety concerns make this unlikely. While illegal mining has supported local businesses, it has also fueled crime and violence. Experts suggest alternative job creation strategies, but residents remain frustrated, calling for government action.
'Tiger' on the loose: North West MEC blames police for alleged Stilfontein kingpin's escape
Authorities are under scrutiny after the escape of alleged illegal mining kingpin James Neo Tshoaeli, with investigations underway into police involvement and accountability.
Police deny allegations of unfair treatment of Stilfontein miners
Following the death of a miner, SAPS responds to claims of inadequate medical treatment for Stilfontein miners, asserting their commitment to healthcare.
Political parties demand commission of inquiry into Stilfontein mining crisis
Political parties in South Africa are demanding a commission of inquiry into the deaths of miners at the Stilfontein mines, highlighting government failures and the ongoing crisis of illegal mining.
Stilfontein Crisis Committee considers murder charges against government over miners' deaths
Stilfontein Crisis Committee is contemplating charging the government with murder following the discovery of over 70 miners.
DR Congo files criminal charges against Apple over use of ‘blood minerals’
The Democratic Republic of Congo has filed a criminal case against Apple subsidiaries in France and Belgium, accusing the tech giant of using so-called "blood minerals" in its laptops and smartphones.
Stilfontein developments: 10 undocumented illegal miners resurface
The national police spokesperson, Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said nine of the illegal miners are Mozambicans and the other one is from Zimbabwe.
Deadly confrontation: Three illegal miners fatally shot in Mpumalanga
The police seized two AK-47 rifles and a large cache of approximately 500 rounds of AK-47 ammunition at the scene of the confrontation.