No one should have to overcome unnecessary barriers to earn a living. @theGEF/@UNEP's @planetGOLD_org, executed by @IMPACT w/ #MoMines, @emaeep & @MinoECW will support 7,500 miners at 11 sites to reduce mercury by 4.85T +improve mgt of 76,000Ha in 5yrs. 2/2.

Prosper Mudimba operates a hammer mill, processing up to 2 tonnes ore/hr. He relies on upper body strength, while balancing on one leg. His story highlights the determination of miners and urgent need for inclusion in #ASGM.#ResponsibleGOLDZW.1/2

#planetGOLDZW supports #MinamataConvention by.➡️advocating for #MercuryFree #ASGM,.➡️strengthening natl action plans.➡️collaborating w/ govt for formalization of ASGM, making regulation easier. @theGEF/@UNEP support @planetGOLD_org executed by @IMPACTtransform+ #MoMines.@MinOECW

Did you know that artisanal gold mining is the world’s largest sources of anthropogenic mercury pollution? The #MinamataConvention aims to reduce and eliminate mercury use especially in artisanal and small-scale gold mining.

Jakata is a married father of 3, a grandfather and advocate for social inclusion. He turned 60. @theGEF/@UNEP's @planetGOLD_org, executed by @IMPACT w/ #MoMines, @emaeep & @MinoECW will support 7,500 miners at 11 sites to reduce mercury by 4.85T +improve mgt of 76,000Ha in 5yrs.

#planetGOLDZW #ZimMineBill25 Expert Group meeting celebrated #ZMF PWD Natl Rep Purazeni Jakata.Experts include reps of special groups such as PWDs, women and youths, discussing stronger mining policies, #mercuryfree #ASGM

RT @IMPACTtransform: 📢#NewResearch from the Powering Resilience project funded by @SwedeninDRCongo! In Ituri, Tshopo, Lualaba & Haut-Katang….

Rangarirai Mhazo, from #MoMines discussing proposed Mining Affairs Board. #planetGOLDZW hosted #ZimMinesBill25 for stronger policies #mercuryfree #ASGM. @theGEF/@UNEP support @planetGOLD_org, executed by @IMPACTtransform + #MoMines @MinOECW & @emaeep

RT @TheAnchorZim: Mercury-free gold mining is gaining ground in Zimbabwe as the country leads efforts to meet Minamata Convention targets.….

#planetGOLDZW convened an Expert Group meeting to discuss #ZimMinesBill25. The meeting hosted robust discussions related to miners' and citizens’ rights. @theGEF/@UNEP support @planetGOLD_org, executed by @IMPACTtransform + #MoMines @MinOECW & @EMAeep

#Highlights from #planetGOLDZW Expert Group Meeting.@theGEF/@UNEP's @planetGOLD_org, executed by @IMPACT w/ #MoMines, @emaeep & @MinoECW will support 7,500 miners at 11 sites to reduce mercury by 4.85T +improve mgt of 76,000Ha in 5yrs.

Highlights from dialogue on #ZimMinesBill25.#planetGOLDZW fosters inclusive dialogue on #ASGM to strengthen policies focused on #MercuryReduction and community livelihoods. @theGEF/@UNEP support @planetGOLD_org, executed by @IMPACTtransform + #MoMines @MinOECW & @emaeep

#planetGOLDZW fosters inclusive dialogue to support #ASGM policies. This week project hosts an expert meeting exploring #ZimMinesBill25 alignment w/ miner's realities. Stay tuned!.@theGEF/@UNEP support @planetGOLD_org, executed by @IMPACTtransform + #MoMines @MinOECW & @emaeep

#planetGOLDZW will assist 7,500 miners including women to cut mercury use by 4.85 tonnes. The project addresses key sector challenges including informality, limited access to finance and training and environmental harm. #ResponsibleGOLDZW.

Two women at a site in Bubi mining 'rubble', a labor-intensive process involving.▶️digging for ore.▶️separating rock from soil.▶️pounding the rock into dust for gold extraction. @theGEF/@UNEP support @planetGOLD_zim, executed by @IMPACTtransform + #MoMines @MinOECW & @emaeep

#planetGOLDZW recently convened stakeholders to discuss govt's draft #ASGM strategy to boost formalization, safety & sustainability. .@theGEF/@UNEP support @planetGOLD ZW, executed by @IMPACTtransform + #MoMines @MinOECW & @emaeep.

@theGEF/@UNEP support @planetGOLD ZW, executed by @IMPACTtransform + #MoMines @MinOECW & @emaeep #ResponsibleMining.

#planetGOLDZW builds stronger stakeholder relationships, fostering trust. By collaborating with miners, communities & institutions, #planetGOLDZW creates an enabling environment for #ASGM to thrive responsibly.

planetGOLDZW supports artisanal & small-scale miners to formalize & operate sustainably. Many #ASGM miners face challenges with complex & costly regulations. Even after formalization, miners still lack tools, training & land access

Supported by @TheGEF, led by @UNEP & executed by @IMPACTtransform w/ @MOECW_ZIMBABWE , @EMAeep & #MinistryofMines, #planetGOLDZW aims to cut mercury use by 4.85T, assist 7,500 miners & better manage 76,000 Ha over 5yrs. 🌍💛 #ResponsibleGOLDZW