# Dozens killed after gold mine collapses in Central African Republic

https://mins.news/en/item/26170

- Al Jazeera, 2026-08-19 12:38 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/19/dozens-killed-after-gold-mine-collapse-in-central-african-republic?traffic_source=rss

> At least 30 people were killed when an artisanal gold mine collapsed in Zamboye, western Central African Republic, near the Cameroon border. Rescuers and residents recovered 30 bodies, but others may remain trapped. A local official said the toll could be about 40, though a formal count is not yet available.

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