"Tragic Collapse: Over 70 Dead in Mali Gold Mine Disaster"

Over 70 people have died in Mali after an unregulated gold mine collapsed, with fears that the death toll could rise. The collapse occurred in the Kangaba district in the southwestern Koulikoro region, and such accidents are common in Mali due to the informal and small-scale nature of artisanal mining. The government has called for better regulation and safety measures in the artisanal mining sector to prevent future accidents, as gold is a crucial export for Mali and a significant source of income for over 10% of the population.