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Artisanal gold miners directed to use mercury-free technologies

Artisanal gold miners directed to use mercury-free technologies

Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Uganda Monitor
Published on 2024-10-07 12:20:28

The State minister for Mineral Development, Ms Phiona Nymutoro, has directed that all artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) activities in Uganda be upgraded to new technologies that are mercury-free to ensure the protection of both human health and the environment. 

Speaking during the seconnd annual ASGM stakeholders meeting last Friday in Kampala, Ms Nyamutoro said this would help boost the mineral sector, following the passing of the Mining and Minerals Act 2022 that is meant to align Uganda’s legislative framework with global trends, foster growth of the sector and…

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