Accidents and Disasters

A truck transporting dynamite for artisanal gold mining exploded in a village in Niger, causing casualties and significant structural damage, including to a school. The incident highlights the severe risks of illicit and unregulated mining supply chains, where hazardous materials are transported through populated areas. This tragedy underscores a critical failure in local regulatory oversight and safety enforcement, posing immediate dangers to communities. It serves as a stark reminder of the human cost tied to informal resource extraction economies.Continue Reading