Gold mining is one of the leading economic activities for poor communities in Busia, Namayingo, Mubende, Moroto and Buhweju districts.
However, the use of the toxic mercury poses a threat to the health of these communities, the environment and aquatic life.
However, the use of the toxic mercury poses a threat to the health of these communities, the environment and aquatic life.
A study has found mercury in the blood and urine samples of artisanal miners, foodstuffs and even fish in communities that have been polluted by this chemical.
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