artisanal miners

Zimbabwe’s decision to reserve lucrative mining zones for large-scale corporations has ignited anger and frustration among artisanal miners who view it as a blatant disregard for their livelihoods. The policy shift came to light after a Member of Parliament (MP) raised concerns about the suspension of Exclusive Prospecting Orders (EPOs) – permits granting individuals or companies exclusive rights to explore for minerals in designated areas.

Zimbabwe’s mining sector has been hit by a series of deadly accidents that claimed the lives of at least 237 people in…