Tag: natural resources
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Govt Reaffirms Fast Wildlife Compensation Commitment
Introduction: A Strong Guarantee for Those Affected The Tanzanian government has reiterated its unwavering commitment to promptly address the challenges faced by citizens affected by wildlife incidents. Speaking in Morogoro, the Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism, Dr. Ashatu Kijaji, reaffirmed that the ministry’s responsibilities extend beyond policy to tangible, timely relief for communities hit…
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Wildlife Compensation Fast-Track Reaffirmed by Tanzania Govt
Introduction: A renewed pledge to aid communities In Morogoro, the Government of Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to a fast and fair wildlife compensation program. The Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, led by Dr. Ashatu Kijaji, emphasized that citizens who suffer losses caused by wildlife will receive prompt consolation and compensation payments. This pledge…
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Why Community Mining Is Not a Panacea for Illegal Mining
Introduction: The promise and the peril of community mining Community mining has often been pitched as a practical solution to illegal mining: bring operations under local oversight, provide livelihoods, and reduce environmental harm by formalizing activity. Yet experience across regions shows that while community-based approaches can empower local stakeholders, they rarely offer a complete fix…
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Pakistan Moves Closer to Reko Diq Revival With $3.5B Funding Deal
Pakistan Nears Reko Diq Revival With $3.5 Billion Financing Pakistan’s historic Reko Diq copper-gold project in Balochistan has moved a major step closer to fruition after a $3.5 billion financing package was finalised with six international financial institutions. The agreement signals a significant milestone for one of the country’s most ambitious mineral ventures, aligning government…