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R2.7-billion in compensation paid to sick mineworkers

17% of silicosis and TB claims have been paid out as of 30 June

The Tshiamiso Trust has paid out R2.7-billion in compensation to gold mineworkers who died from or became ill with silicosis and TB from working in South African mines.
The R5-billion trust was established in 2020 following a landmark class action settlement with six gold mining companies.
As of 30 June, 17% of claims have been paid out. This is partly because a large proportion of claims, 47%, have been found to be medically ineligible. Another 34% still need to be examined. The remainder are at other stages in the claims process.
Mineworkers who developed tuberculosis or silicosis, as well as the dependents of mineworkers who died from these diseases, will still be able to lay claims until 10 December 2029…

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