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No permission for sand mining in Mathangwane

01 Aug 2013

The Minister of Minerals, Energy and Water Resources, Mr Kitso Mokaila has told Parliament that no one has been given permission to mine sand in Mathangwane.

MP for Tonota North, Mr Fidelis Molao had asked the minister to state the number of companies and individuals who have been given licenses to mine sand in the Shashe River from Mathangwane to Borolong. Mr Molao also asked him to state the duration of such licenses and whether his ministry conducted an assessment in the area to determine the impact this has on the ecosystem of the river and the livelihoods of the communities who use the river as a source of water for livestock. ENDS

Source : Parliament

Author : BOPA

Location : GABORONE

Event : Parliament

Date : 01 Aug 2013

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