"Deadly Artisanal Mine Collapse Claims Over 40 Lives in Southwest Mali"

More than 40 artisanal gold miners were killed in a mine collapse in southwest Mali, highlighting the dangers of unregulated and old-fashioned mining methods in the region. The incident occurred in the Kangaba Cercle in the south-western Koulikoro Region, with the mines ministry stating that the death toll is still provisional. Artisanal mining is a common activity in West Africa, and the rising demand for metals has led to an increase in such operations, often resulting in deadly accidents due to the lack of compliance with safety standards.