Set up mining bank – artisanal miners

ARTISANAL miners in Shurugwi have called on government to set up a financial institution to specifically cater for players in the mining sector.

Speaking during public consultations on the Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill yesterday, the small-scale miners said the bank would go a long way in providing funding to the sector and help it grow.

The consultations are being held by the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Mines to gather public views on proposals to amend the Mines and Minerals Act.

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