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16 hours ago · Ngala Killian Chimtom
Church mourns victims of CAR mining disaster as government closes site
The Church in the Central African Republic has joined the nation in mourning the deaths of more than 100 people who died following the collapse of an artisanal gold mine on Tuesday, August 18. In a statement August 20, the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Bouar, Mgr. Miroslaw Gucwa […]
17 hours ago · Crux Now Staff
Pope prays for victims of mining disaster in CAR
Over 100 people perished in the August 18 incident, when a landslide struck an open-pit gold mine in Zamboyé.
18 hours ago · Ngala Killian Chimtom
South African Bishop says deadly mine collapse exposes deep economic sins
Tens of thousands of so-called “artisanal” miners work illegally in disused gold and platinum mines formerly operated by mining outfits, or else dig their own mines in search of deposits, often working without proper safety equipment.
19 hours ago · Christopher R. Altieri
Leo XIV: An Augustinian through-and-through (and still an enigma)
As a governor, Leo XIV plays his cards close to his vest. As a thinker, he does not wear his learning on his sleeve, but his erudition is as lofty as it is deliberately inconspicuous. This weekend reminded our Managing Editor of both characteristics.