Over 70 Dead in Mali Gold Mine Collapse

The disaster in the southwestern Koulikoro region highlights ongoing safety issues in one of Africa's leading gold producers.

Over 70 people have been confirmed dead after a tunnel collapse at an unregulated gold mine in Mali.
The accident occurred in the Kangaba district in the southwestern Koulikoro region.
Such accidents are common in Mali, one of Africa's leading gold producers, where safety measures are often ignored, especially in remote areas.
The Malian government has urged miners and communities living near mining sites to comply with safety requirements.
Gold mining contributes significantly to Mali's economy, with the metal contributing 25% of the national budget, 75% of export earnings, and 10% of GDP.