South African Bishop says deadly mine collapse exposes deep economic sins

South African Bishop says deadly mine collapse exposes deep economic sins

After a deadly accident in an off-limits mine in South Africa earlier this month, one leading Catholic bishop is calling for accountability. Tens of thousands of so-called “artisanal” miners work illegally in disused gold and platinum mines formerly operated by mining outfits, or else dig their own mines in search of deposits, often working without proper safety equipment. Many of the miners who work these dangerous sites are undocumented immigr…