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Illegal miners threaten Gwanda State University's land
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The Portfolio Committee on Higher and Tertiary Education has expressed serious concerns over the illegal occupation of Gwanda State University's land by unauthorized miners. The committee's worries emerged following a recent visit to the institution.
During the visit, the committee toured the university's livestock production and horticulture projects, commending the positive initiatives underway. However, their appreciation was overshadowed by alarm over mining activities taking place on land legally reserved for academic and developmental purposes.
Lawmakers warned that the encroachment by illegal miners not only jeopardizes the university's operations but also poses significant threats to environmental sustainability. Furthermore, the unlawful mining activities hinder the institution's potential for growth and development.
In response, the committee called for urgent intervention by relevant authorities to protect the university's land, ensuring a safe and conducive environment for education and research at Gwanda State University.
During the visit, the committee toured the university's livestock production and horticulture projects, commending the positive initiatives underway. However, their appreciation was overshadowed by alarm over mining activities taking place on land legally reserved for academic and developmental purposes.
In response, the committee called for urgent intervention by relevant authorities to protect the university's land, ensuring a safe and conducive environment for education and research at Gwanda State University.
Source - the chronicle
