Following the accident, Valentine Mukase, the Mayor of Karongi District, reported that the bodies were swiftly recovered and taken to Kibuye Referral Hospital for examination before being returned to their families for burial.

Mukase expressed condolences to the bereaved families and warnined against illegal mining activities, emphasizing the district’s commitment to legal enforcement and encouraging alternative lawful employment in agriculture, livestock farming, trade, and craftsmanship.

In a related incident in Rwamagana, another mining pit operated by Trinity Musha Society in the Musha Sector collapsed on March 2, 2024, claiming one life and endangering two others, who were fortunately rescued alive.

The accident occurred in Kagarama Village, Kagarama Cell, prompting Jean Claude Rwagasana, the Executive Secretary of Musha Sector, to call for rigorous site assessments and adherence to safety regulations among miners.

These incidents highlight the perilous nature of unauthorized and unsafe mining practices, prompting local authorities in both Karongi and Rwamagana to advocate for enhanced safety measures, regulatory compliance, and the pursuit of legal mining operations.