Gold Mine Collapse in Central African Republic Leaves Devastating Trail of Death and Destruction At least 100 people have died in the gold mine collapse in the Central African Republic, sparking widespread outrage and calls for improved safety measures.
The disaster occurred on a busy Saturday morning as workers were making their way to start their shift.
The mine is located in Bria, about 300 kilometers north of the capital city Bangui, and has been operational for several years under a consortium of local and international investors.