NINE of the Miners who died at Seseli Open Pit Mine accident in Chingola District were put to rest, Monday.
Speaking when he addressed scores of Chingola residents during the mass burial, President Hakainde Hichilema consoled the families of the victims, urging them to take comfort and strength in the Lord.
Hichilema said that once all the trapped bodies are retrieved from collapsed mine, government will ensure that nothing of such a nature ever repeats itself.
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The Head of State assured that Government will ensure that safe mining protocols are put in place to minimize recurrence of such tragedies.
He also thankful the rescue team for displaying incredible bravery and strength in searching for the mine accident victims.
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