Scores injured as chaos mars meeting in Macalder copper mines
Several people were injured after chaos erupted at a meeting in Macalder copper mines where officials who accompanied Governor Ochilo Ayacko had their vehicles pelted with stones. Governor Ayacko was scheduled to attend the meeting with officials of artisanal miners. During the fracas, one of the vehicles was set on fire as residents lit bonfires on the road to protest the assault on Macalder Kanyarwanda MCA Felix Okwanyo by unknown assailants.
Why Zambia's Anti-corruption board dissolved?
Zambia’s President Hakinde Hichilema has fired the entire board of the country’s Anti-Corruption Commission after allegations that certain officials on the body tasked with fighting corruption, were taking bribes. The accusations have been strongly denied, but a former chairman says the board needs to be reformed. Ethiopia has seen a surge in kidnappings for ransom in recent years and the country’s largest region, Oromia, is one of the worst affected. Who are the groups behind the abductions and what are their motives? And how can artisanal and informal mining in sub-Saharan Africa be made safer?
Ghanaian s call on government to shut down all illegal gold mines
Hundreds of Ghanaians have called on their government to clamp down on illegal mining in Africa’s top gold producer in a second day of protests. Placard-wielding demonstrators had called on Thursday for the release of fellow protesters who were arrested in an earlier march. On Friday, their demands focused on the need to crack down on illegal mining that’s blamed for polluting rivers and soils in the West African nation. A last day of protests is planned Saturday. Sign Up for the Precious Metals Digest “This is not a crisis but a fight for our nation’s soul,” Brownson Adatsi, the lead convener for the Free The Citizens Movement, said, reading out a petition in the capital, Accra. “Our children’s future is at stake, and we cannot, and will not stand by while our nation is ravaged by greed and negligence.”
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We propose at minimum one global meeting of National community mining organizations annually. Given financial limitations, we need to priorities areas of most immediate and substantial impact. The initial years should focus on establishing the digital platform, developing training materials, setting up online community and safety initiatives. As the platform grows and secures more resources, we can gradually implement other initiatives. The ultimate aim remains the e same: to improve the overall safety, profitability, and sustainability of the global mining community.
Cyanide Gold Leaching: An ASGM Guide to Understanding and Mitigating Cyanide and Mercury Risks
Artisanal and Small-scale Gold Mining (ASGM) is a critical livelihood for many communities. This work brings with it serious health and environmental challenges, primarily due to the use of hazardous substances like cyanide and mercury. This article aims to provide our Gold Leachers, Lab Technicians, Local Doctors and our Mining Communities with comprehensive information on the risks associated with these substances and guidance on safe handling, mitigation strategies, and treatment protocols for poisoning incidents, as well as some interesting facts about #cyanide.
Engaging ASGM Communities in Mercury Reduction Initiatives:
A Comprehensive Approach
Abstract: In response to the lack of meaningful progress in the reduction of mercury use within artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) communities in Kenya, this article proposes a comprehensive list of strategies to engage these communities directly. By involving various stakeholders, including miners, their families, local leaders, NGOs, and government agencies, we aim to foster a culture of safety and environmental stewardship that contributes to the long-term reduction of mercury use and its associated risks.
Benchmarking Report: ASM Practices in Indonesia - A Collaboration with Kenyas ASM
The ASM sector in Indonesia is quite robust, comprising an estimated total of 4 million miners, 1.2 million of whom are gold miners. They are spread across 35 provinces and more than 300 districts, operating in over 2,000 mining locations. Each miner earns at least 0.5 grams of gold per day, and with approximately 200 working days in a year, the gold miners produce a significant 120 tons of gold annually.
The Kenya Chamber of Mines
We are thrilled to introduce our newest member Artisanal Mining Advocates. A charity organization operating in East Africa, Who specialize in developing healthy, safe, and sustainable mining practices for individuals involved in artisanal gold mining.
Artisanal Mining Advocates are currently developing safety, education and mercury reduction solutions for a number of Kenya's Artisanal & Small Scale Gold Mining Organizations with plan to expand into surrounding countries including Tanzania, Rwanda, and Uganda.
Unveiling an Extraordinary Journey of Gold: A Rare Glimpse into the ASGM Process in Lolgorian, Kenya
Embark on a captivating adventure as we take you on an exclusive journey through the intricate stages of hard rock artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) in the heart of Lolgorian, Kenya. Nestled amidst the awe-inspiring landscapes of the Maasai Mara, where the world's most breathtaking safaris come to life, lies a hidden world of gold exploration.
No todo lo que brilla es oro oro: desenmascarando la amenaza del mercurio en la minería artesanal de oro.
Spanish translation by Ana María Sierra
Hoy en día, estamos buscando conocimiento, no #oro. Estamos indagando sobre un adversario oculto que acecha en medio de nuestros sueños dorados: la amenaza del #mercurio. Este artículo sirve como una guía práctica para los mineros artesanales y de pequeña escala (#MAPE)que trabajan con mercurio durante la amalgamación del oro y la posterior quema en un Jiko a diario, especialmente entre nuestros compradores de oro.
