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Sibanye confirms all 260 trapped miners safely rescued from Kloof Gold Mine

# Sibanye-Stillwater has confirmed that all 260 workers trapped underground at its Kloof 7 gold mine, west of Johannesburg, have safely returned to the surface. The incident was caused by a malfunctioning skip door at Level 39. While no injuries were reported, operations remain suspended pending safety assessments. Unions are calling for a full investigation and improved safety protocols. The Mineral Resources Department is expected to review the mine’s compliance amid renewed concerns over worker safety.