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Surge in SA mining fatalities in 2026 deeply concerning, says Mantashe

Ed Stoddard · Daily Maverick

Published 9 Oct 2026, 11:54 pm·just now·1 min read

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If the current rate of is maintained, registered South African mines will record about 70 mining deaths in 2026, up from 41 last year.

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