First Trapped Ekapa Miner's Body Retrieved

First trapped Ekapa miner's body retrieved

Rescue teams have recovered the body of the first miner from the five workers who were trapped underground at the Ekapa Minerals mine in Kimberley, Northern Cape. The miners have been trapped approximately 890 metres below ground since a mud rush occurred at the mine on 17 February 2026. Undergoing liquidation According to the SABC, the incident forced the closure of the operation, which is currently undergoing liquidation. Authorities confirmed…

Remains of one of 5 miners trapped in Ekapa Mine retrieved

Tragedy at Ekapa Mine: One miner recovered after being trapped 1,000 metres underground following a mudslide. Gwede Mantashe raised concerns over others’ fate.