"The Congolese government reported that 200 people died at the Kasasa mining site, including 70 children, most of whom were laborers in artisanal mining operations."
"Mishiki Nshokano, a 15-year-old survivor, expressed his struggle with trauma and the loss of friends, stating he will have to return to the mines due to lack of options."
"Many miners, especially children, are unaware of the uses of coltan and focus solely on earning enough for daily survival amidst the dangers of mining."
"The situation in Rubaya is complicated by ongoing violence between the Congolese army and armed groups, including the Rwanda-backed M23, which seized control of the area."
A landslide at the Rubaya mine in the Democratic Republic of the Congo resulted in the deaths of 70 children, part of a larger toll of 200 fatalities. The mine, known for its coltan, tin, and tungsten, has seen increased instability due to heavy rains. Survivors, like 15-year-old Mishiki Nshokano, face the grim reality of returning to mining for survival despite the dangers. Child labor persists in the unregulated artisanal mining sector, compounded by violence from armed groups in the region.
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