Eight illegal miners emerged from a South African mine, highlighting the plight of over 500 trapped miners.

On Christmas Day, eight illegal miners, known as zama zamas, emerged from the abandoned Stilfontein mine in South Africa, describing dire conditions. Over 500 miners have been trapped since last month, with at least nine dead. Despite calls for rescue, authorities have allowed them to surface on their own. A court dismissed an application by activists to intervene, leading to criticism over the slow response and the miners' safety.

December 25, 2024
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