Training on Formalization, Environment, Health and Safety

The Programme conducted training on value-addition, eco-construction and sustainable artisanal mining, helping strengthen the skills of artisanal and small-scale miners, particularly those working with earth materials such as laterite and clay. 

The training focused on value addition, eco-construction techniques, formalization of enterprises, as well as environmental protection, health, and safety throughout the mining cycle.  

The training was organized by the ACP-EU Development Minerals Programme in partnership with the Ministry of Mines. It brought together 52 people, including miners and ASM organisations, mineral sector stakeholders. 

Participants gained practical skills to produce suitable local building materials, reduce environmental impacts, and better manage health and safety risks. The sessions combined technical presentations, practical exercises, and interactive discussions, helping participants apply safer, more sustainable, and better-organized mining practices.