A Load Haul Dump (LHD) operator lost his life in a fatal accident at Anglo American Platinum’s Unki Mine in Shurugwi.
In a circular to its employees, the Platinum miner said its employee, Felix Kore (44), lost his life following an accident at the Mine’s South section.
“It is with great sadness that we notify you of the passing of our colleague, Mr. Felix Kore (44) who tragically lost his life on Sunday the 20th of April 2025 following a mine accident in the South Section,” the miner said in a statement.
Mr. Felix Kore joined Unki Mines on the 4th of September 2017 as a Lasher. He was later appointed Bolter Assistant on the 1st of December 2018. In August 2024 he was nominated to train as an LHD Operator and completed his training on the 3rd of January 2025, the Miner said.
Funeral arrangements
Mourners are gathered at his homestead in Village 4, Chironde. Details of his burial will be communicated in due course. Heartfelt condolences and support to the Kore family from the Unki Management team and all the employees during this difficult time, the miner concluded.
Officials at the mine have confirmed that Investigations into the circumstances are currently underway.
More to follow…
