Increase in Small-Scale Miners' Contribution to National Economy from 5% to 40%
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- He said reforms introduced in the mining sector, particularly following changes made through the 2010 Mining Act, have contributed to increased participation of Tanzanians in the industry.
- FEMATA President John Bina made the call during the launch of Vision 2050 implementation instruments and a special dialogue between President Samia Suluhu Hassan and the private sector noting that the small-scale mining.
- According to Bina, the contribution of small-scale miners to the national economy has increased from about five per cent to 40 per cent, while the establishment of mineral markets across the country has helped reduce.
- During my 13 years as FEMATA president, I have travelled across Africa and other parts of the world, but Tanzania remains one of the few places where small-scale miners are respected and recognised,” he said.
- Representing more than six million small-scale miners and other stakeholders in the sector, the Chairman commended President Samia’s leadership, saying miners remain committed to supporting efforts aimed at transforming.