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Enhancing Mineral Trade Regulations and Small-Scale Mining Protection in Zambia 1

Renowned Geologist and Mining Specialist Advocates for Stricter Regulations to Safeguard Zambia’s Mineral Trade In a recent discourse, esteemed geologist and mining expert Dr. Sixtus Mulenga emphasized the imperative of enacting legislation that mandates all individuals engaged in the trade of rough stones to possess a valid mining license. Dr. Mulenga posits that exclusively companies involved in the mining, cutting, and polishing of stones should be permitted to partake in the trade of rough stones, effectively eradicating the illicit trade perpetuated by unlicensed traders. Addressing participants at the Artisanal Workshop,… Read More Here

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Enhancing Artisanal Mining in the Democratic Republic of Congo

August 3, 2023August 3, 2023 Constance

Artisanal mining plays a significant role in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), contributing to the livelihoods of millions of people while also posing challenges related to environmental degradation, human rights abuses, and low productivity. To unlock its full potential and promote responsible mining practices, a comprehensive approach is required. This article delves into key strategies to improve artisanal mining in the DRC, fostering economic growth, social development, and environmental sustainability. Formalization and Regulation The first step to improve artisanal mining in the DRC is to formalize and regulate the… Read More Here

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Families Depend on Income from Child Labour in DRC’s Cobalt Mines to Stave Off Hunger

July 26, 2023July 26, 2023 Constance

Amidst soaring expenses, countless families find it increasingly challenging to make ends meet, leaving many to suffer from hunger. In dire circumstances, children are compelled to work to contribute to their family’s income, leading to a dependence on child labor to cover basic necessities like food, clothing, and school fees. A recent research report titled “How Households Depend on Children’s Income: The Case for Improving Women’s Livelihoods to Eliminate Child Labor in Democratic Republic of Congo’s Cobalt Sector,” conducted by IMPACT reveals that women’s income plays a pivotal role in… Read More Here

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Conflict in DRC’s Kinsafu as Army and Artisanal Diggers Dispute Mining Square Management

July 21, 2023July 21, 2023 Constance

The situation was tense Thursday July 20th in Kinsafu, a region located nearly 50 kilometers from the city of Kolwezi, in the province of Lualaba, south-east of the DRC. Artisanal miners have risen up, accusing the army in particular of having stolen from them a portion of the mining concession in Kisangala where they have been working for several months. The latter barricaded the national number 39 to express their anger. According to local sources, economic activities remained paralyzed until Friday morning in Kinsafu. “It should be noted that this is… Read More Here

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Zambia’s Mines Minister Provides Updates on Mopani, KCM and Several Mining Positions

July 14, 2023July 16, 2023 Constance

In a recent press briefing, Zambia’s Mines Minister, Paul Kabuswe, provided updates on several important issues related to the country’s mining sector. The briefing aimed to inform the nation about the progress and plans of the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Development. The minister discussed topics such as the status of Mopani Copper Mine (Mopani) and Konkola Copper Mines (KCM), the suspension of the exploration license for Kasenseli Gold Mine (KGM), the discovery of Sugilite in Luapula Province, the formalization of artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), the establishment of the… Read More Here

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Zambia’s Former Minister Dismissed for Unauthorized Sugilite Mining

July 6, 2023July 6, 2023 Constance

President Hakainde Hichilema took decisive action on Wednesday, July 5th, by dismissing Derrick Chilundika, the former minister of Luapula Province, for engaging in unauthorized mining activities involving sugilite, a valuable newly discovered mineral in the country. State House in Lusaka, issued a statement announcing Chilundika’s dismissal. Although the statement did not specify the reason for his removal, the police quickly followed up with a statement revealing that Chilundika had been conducting mining operations without a valid license. In a statement, Deputy Police Spokesman Danny Mwale said, “Police in Lusaka have… Read More Here

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Protests erupt as illegal miners remain in Ghana gold mine

June 29, 2023June 29, 2023 Constance

Protests have erupted in the mining town of Obuasi, Ghana, as up to 300 gold miners remain underground at an AngloGold Ashanti mine due to fear of arrest if they exit. Heavily armed police officers fired shots at protesting crowds, according to footage taken by Al Jazeera. The illegal, or artisanal, miners entered the mine last week, and more than 80 have chosen to leave and been immediately arrested by Ghanian police forces. In a statement to Mining Technology, AngloGold Ashanti said that “the main exit ramp from the mine,… Read More Here

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Gold Remains the Shining Star in the Precious Metals Market

June 23, 2023June 23, 2023 Constance

The global precious metals market is experiencing remarkable growth, poised to surpass $400 billion by 2028, according to a report by Fortune Business Insights™. The report highlights the significant role played by gold in driving this market expansion. As the market continues to thrive, it becomes crucial to consider the repercussions for the Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) sector, particularly in Africa and other frontier mining jurisdictions. Unleashing the Potential of Gold: Gold stands as a beacon of stability and security amidst the volatile investment landscape. Its low-risk nature… Read More Here

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Kinshasa Accounts for Nearly 9.99% of Artisanal Gold Production in 2022

June 14, 2023June 14, 2023 Constance

The city of Kinshasa, capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo produced 9.99% of the total production of artisanal gold during the year 2022, informs the official statistics of the services of the Ministry of Mines. This proportion of production represents 4.22 kilograms of artisanal gold produced in the city of Kinshasa. A production that raised revenues of around USD 244,431.0. For the whole of the 2022 financial year, the artisanal sector of the Democratic Republic of Congo produced 42.25 Kg of gold for an estimated value of 1,592,809.58 million US… Read More Here