Article #256514
France 24 - World News
| Title | Mine collapses in eastern Congo, with official death toll disputed by M23 rebels | Source | France 24 - World News |
| Description | A mine collapse at a major coltan mining site in eastern Congo left at least 200 dead, according to Congolese authorities, a number disputed by the rebel group that controls the mine. The collapse follows a similar event in January that also left over 200 dead in an area already facing a humanitarian crisis and ongoing conflict. FRANCE 24's Emmet Livingstone has more from Kinshasa about a strategic mine, which produces 15% of the world's tantalum. | ||
| Link | https://www.france24.com/en/mine-collapses-in-eastern-congo-with-official-death-toll-disputed-by-m23-rebels | Published At | 2026-03-06 06:55:07 (3 weeks ago) |
| Created At | 2026-03-06 06:56:33 | Updated At | 2026-03-06 06:56:33 |