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South Africa’s government says it won’t help a group of illegal miners inside a closed mine (apnews.com)
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It’s unclear how long the current group of miners have been underground as the groups are reported to often stay underground for months, depending on supplies of basic necessities like food and water from the outside.

“We have taken a decision that no police officer, no soldier or government official will go down to an abandoned mine. There is a high risk of loss of life,” she said.

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[–] Blue_Morpho 7 points 9 hours ago* (last edited 9 hours ago)

I read the article. The miners don't need rescue. The government cut off their supply trucks so they come out early.