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Kakamega's Brave Gold Miners: A Desperate Quest for Riches

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Nyakundi Report

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This archive report was first published on 30 June 2021.

Published on June 30, 2021, a report highlighted the perilous lives of small-scale miners in Kakamega, Kenya, who engage in dare-devil tactics to find gold.

These miners, driven by the promise of riches, venture into abandoned mines and dig for gold, often without proper safety gear or equipment.

According to reports, the miners' actions have led to numerous accidents, injuries, and even fatalities, yet they continue to risk their lives in pursuit of gold.

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