Four dead in Kangele Mine collapse

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has confirmed the death of four people a mine collapse.

“The ZRP confirms a mine incident which occurred at Kangela Mine, D Troop area, Chikuti, Murereka on 20/10/23 in which four people were killed when a mine shaft they were working in collapsed.

“The bodies were retrieved from the shaft by villagers and were taken to Chinhoyi Provincial Hospital mortuary for post-mortem,” police said in a statement.

The police report does not provide specific details on what caused the collapse of Kangela Mine.

Mine collapses are common in Zimbabwe, especially during the rainy season. The heavy rains can weaken the structures and destabilize the mining areas, leading to accidents and collapses.

Zimbabwe experienced a considerable amount of rain last week, and weather experts predict that some parts of the country will continue to receive significant rainfall.

Mshonaland West Minister of State Marian Chombo has indicated that government will pittch in to assist with burial for the four deceased miners.