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The Jagersfontein-Charlesville area in the Free State where a mudslide claimed life and destroyed homes nearly two years ago. Photo: Supplied
DISASTER

Jagersfontein mine slimes dam disaster was preventable, says water expert

A second tailings storage facility at the Free State diamond mine is at risk of collapsing

  • Sheree Bega
9 min read
DAM COLLAPSE

Jagersfontein: How mine dams collapse

Poorly designed, constructed or managed mine dam storage facilities represent a significant risk to local communities and ecosystems

  • Sheree Bega
6 min read