The State minister for Mineral Development, Ms Phiona Nymutoro, has directed that all artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) activities in Uganda be upgraded to new technologies that are mercury-free to ensure the protection of both human health and the environment. Speaking duri
The government has renewed its call to phase out the use of mercury among Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Miners (ASGM), citing severe health risks and environmental pollution. Phiona Nyamutoro, Minister of State for Energy and Mineral Development (Minerals), emphasized the urgency of thi
Phiona Nyamutoro has publicly criticized the New Vision, for what she described as unprofessional journalism. The criticism was in response to a story published by the newspaper about her relationship with Eddy Kenzo.The couple formalized their relationsh
Minister Phiona NyamutoroMinister Phiona Nyamutoro will hold a thanksgiving ceremony in Nebbi for her cabinet appointmentThe celebration is set for August 3rd with President Yoweri Museveni as the chief guestThe ceremony will mark t
