Three miners trapped at Hebenia Mine, Filabusi

Police in Matabeleland South have reported that three people were trapped after a mine shaft collapsed at Hebenia Mine in Filabusi.


The Zimbabwe Republic Police announced the incident via their X account, stating that the accident occurred on 17 January.

“The ZRP confirms a mine accident which occurred on 17/01/26 at Hebenia Mine, Filabusi, where three people were trapped after a mine shaft collapsed,” police said.

“Two victims were working inside the shaft, while the third victim, who is the wife of one of the miners, was outside preparing food. Upon noticing ground movement, she rushed to the shaft and was also trapped. The shaft is approximately 11 metres deep, and the victims are still trapped.”