A recent mining shaft collapse in Lolgorian, Narok County, tragically killed five artisanal miners and led to the shutdown of four mining sites. Despite the area's gold deposits, residents face persistent poverty and dangerous working conditions.

• Five miners died following a tunnel collapse on July 21, 2026.
• The government has shut down four mining sites in Lolgorian to prevent further fatalities.
• Miners, including children, are exposed to health risks from using mercury to extract gold, and conditions are exacerbated by poor safety standards.