Rescue operations are ongoing at an artisanal gold mine in Lomera, Democratic Republic of Congo, following the collapse of several shafts, leaving an unknown number of miners trapped and casualties unconfirmed. The area, now controlled by M23 rebels, has seen an influx of miners since gold was discovered in December, turning the once quiet village into a hub for fortune seekers.
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