A gold mine in Zamboye, Central African Republic, collapsed on August 18th, resulting in over 100 confirmed deaths and multiple critical injuries. The disaster highlights dangerous, unregulated mining conditions in the region. Authorities have launched a full investigation to determine the cause of the collapse and identify those responsible for operating the informal mine. The investigation will also focus on establishing any potential criminal negligence related to the incident. Efforts are ongoing to identify the victims and provide assistance to survivors. This tragedy underscores the risks faced by artisanal miners in the country, often working without proper safety measures. The scale of the loss of life makes this one of the worst mining disasters in recent Central African Republic history.