A gold mine in Zamboye, Central African Republic, collapsed on Tuesday, resulting in the deaths of over 100 people. The mine is located near the border with Cameroon. An official from a local mining association confirmed the high casualty number. Authorities anticipate the death toll will increase as recovery efforts continue and more bodies are recovered from the debris. The collapse highlights the dangers associated with informal and unregulated mining operations in the region. Local youth council members suggest the situation remains precarious and ongoing rescue work is critical. Further investigation will be needed to determine the cause of the disaster.