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Namibia is expanding small-scale mining support to boost rural jobs and formalize the sector, despite ongoing challenges.
Namibia is expanding support for small-scale mining to boost rural economies, create jobs, and formalize the sector, according to Deputy Minister Gaudentia Krohne.
The government is helping miners secure claims, resolve land disputes, and form legal cooperatives, with 951 claims registered in Erongo, Kunene, and Karas regions.
The sector focuses on semi-precious and dimension stones, requiring less capital, and remains a key livelihood in rural areas.
Despite progress, challenges include limited financing, unstable markets, and difficulties accessing land from private owners.
The ministry is working with partners like the UNDP to strengthen support, but ongoing hurdles hinder broader economic impact.
Namibia está expandiendo el apoyo a la minería a pequeña escala para impulsar los empleos rurales y formalizar el sector, a pesar de los desafíos en curso.