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Eleven Miners Buried Alive in Guinea Gold Mine Collapse

Published February 14, 2026, 09:36

At least 11 people have died in eastern Guinea after the collapse of an artisanal gold mine. According to the Red Cross, the victims, including women, were working in the mine when a wall of a tunnel collapsed, burying them under tons of earth. The tragedy highlights the dangers of artisanal mines, where working conditions are precarious and safety measures are not observed. The phenomenon of illegal gold mining is widespread in the area, despite frequent tragedies.