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NEMA Halts Operations Of Upcoming Gold Mining Facility

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NEMA Halts Operations Of Upcoming Gold Mining Facility

National Environment Management ​Authority (NEMA) Hoima Albertine Graben Enforcement Team has halted operations of an upcoming Gold mining facility in Bukuya SubCounty Kasanda District over environmental concerns.

Inspection indicated;

  • No ESIA certificate.
  • Utilisation of underground water- no Water abstraction permit.
  • And the facility is located in a wetland

The developer, Mr. Tumwine Dan was summoned to Hoima region office and a case opened for legal actions. Our surveillance remains on ground. For compliance assistance, contact NEMA office in your region.

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