- A mine collapse in Rarieda, Siaya County, killed seven people and injured four others, leaving the community in mourning
- Siaya Police Commander Kleti Kimaiyo confirmed the incident happened during the midmorning hours and stated an investigation is underway
- Four survivors were taken to Bondo Sub-County Hospital
The Rarieda community in Siaya County is in mourning after a tragic mine collapse killed seven people. The incident occurred mid-morning and severely injured four other artisanal miners who were inside the mine.
Siaya Police Commander Mr. Kleti Kimaiyo confirmed the incident and stated that an investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the collapse.
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Family members were called to the scene during the rescue mission, as their presence is culturally believed to expedite the search process.
A resident, Mr. Sam Olielo, expressed the community’s grief, noting the personal loss of his brother and highlighting the widespread impact on the village.
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The survivors were taken to Bondo Sub-County Hospital, while the deceased were transported to the Bondo Sub-County Hospital mortuary.
Nation Africa reports that a regional mining officer suggested the collapse may have been due to the common practice of artisanal miners neglecting recommended safety measures.
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He pointed out that the tough living conditions force people into mining without proper safety precautions or legal permits.
This tragic accident comes just a month after a similar incident in a nearby village, which resulted in one death and three injuries and took a month to recover the deceased miner’s body.
