When The Ground Gives Way – The Silent Cost Of Industry

By Author: Mulenga Sakala
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This past week has been devastating for communities connected to mining and quarry work. In one chilling moment, a mine collapsed, killing eight workers and leaving one still unaccounted for. In another tragic accident, nine men lost their lives after being crushed by a falling gravel pile. And in Kawambwa, what started as a simple swim turned fatal when three young girls drowned in a quarry pit.

These stories aren’t just headlines—they’re real, raw, and heartbreaking. Imagine the families waiting for their loved ones to come home. Imagine the silence that follows such sudden loss. Mining and quarrying are dangerous jobs, but many of these dangers can be managed with proper safety practices. Unfortunately, it seems that lessons are only learned after tragedy strikes. Let’s not wait for the next accident. Let’s act now, and protect those who work hard beneath the earth—and the children who play above it.

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