Illegal sand mining draining villages

Monday, May 26, 2014

A degraded river due to sand mining PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

The greater Gaborone area has been affected by illegal sand mining which has forced the authorities to stop issuing licenses. Villagers are complaining of being deprived of their water source by illegal miners who have left the river sand to almost extinction.

One of the most affected rivers is Chawe River in Mogobane village. It is no longer a river because there is no sand anymore, looking more like a stretch of dam where the dirty water collects.

A villager, who preferred anonymity, says even though the licensing of sand mining remain suspended, illegal sand miners reign unabated.

Already have an active account? Log in here.

Or Sign up and get unlimited access to premium articles.

The Projects Magazine today launched The Future of Mining Summit, set to become the country’s premier mining conference. The event is scheduled for 12th and 13th of June 2024, at Boipuso Hall, Fairgrounds in Gaborone.

The projects magazine in collaboration with Stanbic bank launched the future of mining summit 2024

Staff Writer | 1d ago

MISA Botswana celebrates World Press Freedom day

Staff Writer | 1d ago

Unlawful wounding turns to murder

Sharon Mathala | 1d ago

Mahalapye suspected copper cable thief nabbed

Pini Bothoko | 1d ago

Repatriation underway for seven SA Pilgrims

Boikanyo Mathonsi | 2d ago

Stakeholders must step up veggie supply

The Ministry of Agriculture, local producers, retailers, and industry associations must work together to overcome the obstacles hindering vegetable production and distribution.This collaborative approach is essential to improve the availability, quality, and affordability of vegetables in the market.Firstly, the Ministry of Agriculture should provide support and guidance to local farmers to enhance their productivity and efficiency. This could...

The Monitor Editor | 29 April 2024

About us

Mmegi is the leading independent source of breaking news, latest news, current
affairs, Politics, Business, Sport, debates, analysis, and entertainment news in Botswana.

Explore

More