An explosion at a mining camp in Bolivia has left five people dead, including a pregnant woman and a one-year-old child. Occurring during a dispute between rival gold miners, the explosion was triggered remotely and destroyed multiple structures in the area. While disputes among mining cooperatives are common, this incident underscores the violent consequences of competition for gold resources. Bolivia's cooperative mining sector significantly contributes to the national economy, with disputes often arising between these groups and the state mining company Comibol.
The explosion, tied to a long-standing dispute between rival mining groups in Bolivia, claimed the lives of at least five individuals, including a pregnant woman and her one-year-old child.
Colonel Gunther Agudo confirmed the grave incident occurred at the Yani mining camp, highlighting the severe impact of conflicts over gold mining access in Bolivia.
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