The Guyana Geology & Mines Commission (GGMC) yesterday said that absolutely no mining is allowed in protected areas such as the Kaieteur National Park following a protest there last Saturday by miners from Chenepau.
In a release, the GGMC stated that it has taken note of the vidoes and statements circulating in social media that are attributed to residents of Chenapau Amerindian Village, with respect to mining in protected areas such as the Kaieteur National Park (KNP). In response, the Commission reminded that it is the regulatory body for mining and reaffirmed that according to law, no mining is allowed by anyone within protected areas, including the KNP. It added, “The laws and regulations are applied evenly to everyone and mining activities remain prohibited within the KNP as it has severe implications on the environment.”