To mark International Women’s Day we’re digging into an often overlooked, but critical sector for the global economy, and for many millions of women: Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM). From gold, ...

Comprehensive Mine Remediation, End to Hazardous Mining Urgently Needed in Kabwe In the Zambian city of Kabwe, children suffer severe health effects due to lead poisoning because of extreme ...

The government stopped local authorities from granting artisanal mining permits to foreign nationals and ordered the seizure of any equipment used to extract gold at small-scale mines. The move co ...