By REGINALD KANYANE
10 March 2026- The Northern Cape Premier, Zamani Saul said it is with deep sense of sorrow that he has learnt of the recovery of one of the five miners, who were trapped in the Du Toitspan shaft at the Ekapa Mine. Saul said this recovery brings to an end a painful period of uncertainty for the family.
“On behalf of the Northern Cape Provincial Government and the people of the province, I extends my heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased miner.
“I also expressing my gratitude to the rescue teams who continue to work tirelessly alongside Ekapa Minerals during this difficult operation,” he said.
Saul further said he has encouraged them to press on with their efforts as work continues to bring closure to the other affected families. He added that the Northern Cape Provincial Government continues to keep all the affected families in its thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
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