Miner killed in power failure

A Mine worker died at Blanket Gold Mine in Gwanda on Thursday night after falling during a power cut.

The man who was not named, reportedly fell from a height while working at one of Blanket mine's satellites.

The tragic accident could have been avoided if essential safety measures had been put in place and it illustrates how dangerous working on or near overhead power lines, a commentator suggested.

Caledonia has since issued a statement saying the accident happened at one of Blanket mine's satellite operations, GG property.

The miner is said to have fallen from a ladder while climbing up from the bottom of a shaft after a brief power outage.

"Blanket Mine will provide all the necessary assistance to the Ministry of Mines Inspectorate Department in its enquiry into this incident.

"Until such a time as the outcome of this enquiry has been reached, no further details can be released," the company said.

The directors and management of Caledonia and Blanket express their sincere condolences to the family and colleagues of the deceased."