Mining Weekly reports that an employee at gold producer Gold Fields’ South Deep mine lost his life in a mining incident on 13 April.

The company reported that Vumile Mgcine, a shaft timberman, succumbed to injuries sustained while attempting to unblock a shute outlet on an underground conveyor belt. The Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) was advised of the incident and an in loco inspection, led by the DMRE and supported by trade union representatives and mine management, was scheduled to take place on 14 April. The mine said its HR team was providing assistance to the deceased employee’s family, which would also be supported in accordance with a range of the mine’s policies. "As I start my work at Gold Fields, there is no more tragic reminder of the overriding importance of safety at our mines than the death of a colleague. My heartfelt condolences go out to Vumile’s family, friends and colleagues. Management will do everything possible to support them in this hour of need,” said new CEO Chris Griffith.

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