Central African Republic closes gold mine after collapse kills 49

Mines Minister Rufin Beltoungou said the government would formally suspend activity at the site in Zamboye until further notice following the disaster on Tuesday. The post Central African Republic closes gold mine after collapse kills 49 appeared first on Vanguard News.

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August 21, 2026 · 11:49 · 5 min read

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Central African Republic closes gold mine after collapse kills 49