The controversial practice of artisanal and small-scale mining could offer millions of marginalised people a sustainable livelihood, but there are serious knowledge gaps in the sector that hinder effective and inclusive policymaking, according to a report.
The lack of effective policies, and the knowledge required to create such policies, as well as scant interest from development agencies, means this sector is largely operating illegally.
As a result, miners lack access to the rights, financial services, market information, technology and geological data that would enable them to make the most money while minimising environmental impacts.
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