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- Jul 9, 2025
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Residents of Shinyanga Region have recognized and expressed gratitude for the Government’s efforts, through its security organs and mining experts, in the ongoing rescue operation for miners affected by the Nyandolwa mine accident.
So far, seven (7) miners have been recovered. Four were rescued alive, though one later passed away while receiving treatment at Salawe Health Center. Three were retrieved already deceased, including Marko Ngelela (26) from Sengerema and Machia Shabani (43) from Ishokela, Mwanza Region.
The accident occurred on August 11, 2025, when 25 miners were carrying out repair works in three shafts (No. 20, 103, and 106). According to preliminary reports, the ground suddenly collapsed, causing a landslide that trapped miners working underground.
A joint rescue team comprising mine personnel, security agencies, and mining safety experts has been working around the clock to recover those trapped.
However, the fate of the remaining 18 miners is still unknown, as careful rescue operations continue due to the dangerous and unstable conditions underground.
Authorities have called upon the public to remain calm while the operation is underway, assuring that every possible effort is being made to save the remaining lives.
So far, seven (7) miners have been recovered. Four were rescued alive, though one later passed away while receiving treatment at Salawe Health Center. Three were retrieved already deceased, including Marko Ngelela (26) from Sengerema and Machia Shabani (43) from Ishokela, Mwanza Region.
The accident occurred on August 11, 2025, when 25 miners were carrying out repair works in three shafts (No. 20, 103, and 106). According to preliminary reports, the ground suddenly collapsed, causing a landslide that trapped miners working underground.
A joint rescue team comprising mine personnel, security agencies, and mining safety experts has been working around the clock to recover those trapped.
However, the fate of the remaining 18 miners is still unknown, as careful rescue operations continue due to the dangerous and unstable conditions underground.
Authorities have called upon the public to remain calm while the operation is underway, assuring that every possible effort is being made to save the remaining lives.