ANALYSIS: The criminalisation trap in Africa’s responses to artisanal mining
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Crackdowns on artisanal mining in Africa often punish miners who are working for survival. These measures can increase crime and conflict. Meanwhile, powerful actors in the industry often avoid punishment.
Crackdowns often punish miners who are trying to survive, fuelling crime and conflict while leaving powerful players untouched. The post ANALYSIS: The criminalisation trap in Africa’s responses to artisanal mining appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .