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Dam collapse forces closure of Gemfields ruby mine in Cabo Delgado

A dam breach at the Fura Gems ruby mine in Montepuez last Monday caused a flood, leaving the main mining pit at Gemfields' MML project inoperable and damaging much of the surrounding area.

The Megaruma Mining Limitada project, next to Montepuez Ruby Mining (pictured), Gemfield's other concession, could suspend production until the end of the rainy season.

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