Mudavadi Urges Caution After Gold Mine Tragedy in Kakamega

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The accident has sent shockwaves through the region, with authorities and emergency teams working tirelessly to locate and rescue the trapped miners.

Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi. Photo/Office of the Prime Cabinet.

In a statement today, Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi expressed deep concern over the ongoing tragedy in Shinyalu, Kakamega, where at least 12 miners remain trapped in a gold mine following a collapse.

The incident has raised alarms over the safety of miners, with Mudavadi calling for immediate and intense efforts from rescue teams to secure the safe recovery of those still underground.

The collapse occurred in the small-scale mining community of Shinyalu, located in western Kenya, where artisanal mining is a significant source of livelihood for many locals.

The accident has sent shockwaves through the region, with authorities and emergency teams working tirelessly to locate and rescue the trapped miners.

Mudavadi expressed relief that eight miners have already been successfully rescued from the site, but his thoughts and prayers remain with the miners still in danger, as well as their families.

“The news of at least 12 miners trapped is deeply distressing. I call upon the rescue teams to exhaust every possible effort to bring those still underground to safety,” Mudavadi said.

He assured the public that the government was closely monitoring the situation and would continue to provide support to the ongoing rescue operation.

As the rescue mission continues, Mudavadi used the opportunity to issue a message of caution to all miners working in similar environments.

He emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety in mining operations, urging all miners to exercise utmost caution while carrying out their work.

“Your lives are invaluable, and no measure is too great when it comes to ensuring your well-being,” he said, reinforcing that safety protocols must be followed strictly to prevent future accidents.

This incident has once again highlighted the challenges faced by small-scale miners in Kenya, where safety measures are often lacking, and the risk of accidents remains high.

Mudavadi’s call for heightened awareness and better safety standards in the mining sector is expected to spark renewed discussions on the need for stronger regulation and oversight in the industry.

As the rescue efforts continue, the country remains hopeful for the safe return of the trapped miners, with the community, government, and rescue teams working together to resolve the crisis.

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