Woman killed after abandoned gold mining shaft collapses in Bondo

Woman killed after abandoned gold mining shaft collapses in Bondo..

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A woman, Margaret Achuth Ligondo, in her late 40s died after an abandoned gold mining shaft collapsed on her near Nango trading center in Bondo sub-county, Kenya. She had reportedly sneaked into the disused pit to mine when the shaft caved in, killing her instantly.

The incident occurred on the evening of January 06, 2026.
The Assistant Chief of Uyawi Sub-location, Joshua Ougo, confirmed the death and warned artisanal miners against entering abandoned pits.
This particular abandoned pit has now claimed at least four lives to date.

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