[DRC] Taking radiation readings at Shinkolobwe mine, DRC. In November 2004, the Joint UNEP/OCHA Environment Unit undertook an environmental assessment mission of the uranium mine that collapsed in July 2004 killing 8 artisanal miners.

IRIN / OCHA

[DRC] Taking radiation readings at Shinkolobwe mine, DRC. In November 2004, the Joint UNEP/OCHA Environment Unit undertook an environmental assessment mission of the uranium mine that collapsed in July 2004 killing 8 artisanal miners.
Date Tue, 11/09/2004 - 12:00
Credits IRIN / OCHA
Themes Health
Regions DRC

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