news 4 August 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)
Namayingo Gold Mine Collapse Claims Six Lives; Rescue Operation Concluded
A tragic gold mine collapse in Namayingo District has resulted in the confirmed deaths of six individuals, including two brothers. The retrieval operation has officially ended. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/news/national/six-confirmed-dead-as-retrieval-operation-ends-at-collapsed-namayingo-gold-mine-5546688
The search for victims at the collapsed gold mine in Namayingo District has concluded, with authorities confirming the recovery of six bodies.
The tragic incident occurred at an artisanal gold mine, leading to a perilous rescue effort.
Among the confirmed deceased are brothers Israel Twinomulem and Daniel Byakatonda, highlighting the personal toll of the disaster.
Officials have stated that the retrieval operation is now complete, bringing a somber end to the search for any further casualties. The exact cause of the collapse is still under investigation, but such incidents are often linked to unstable ground conditions and the nature of artisanal mining practices.
The community is mourning the loss of life, and this event underscores the inherent dangers faced by those working in informal mining sectors.
Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the collapse are expected to be released as investigations proceed.