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flag One miner rescued, one body found at South Africa’s flooded Ekapa mine; four still trapped, mine liquidation ongoing.

flag One miner has been recovered from the Ekapa mine in Kimberley, South Africa, where five were trapped after a flood and mud rush on February 17. flag The body was found 890 meters underground on March 9, with identification pending and the family requesting anonymity. flag Rescue efforts for the remaining four miners continue, while the mine’s liquidation, declared due to financial and safety issues, has left over 1,100 workers unemployed. flag The Northern Cape government pledged R3.5 million in aid, including cash grants and food vouchers. flag An inquest is underway, and the mine’s liquidation will be reviewed in court on March 17.

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