Nigerian Mining

Women in the Nigerian Mining Industry 

The mining sector has traditionally been male-dominated. Women have always been discouraged from taking on roles in the sciences and engineering Regarding female engineers, a 2023 study found that women made up 13.7% of the global engineering workforce. While this percentage has been increasing over the years, it still signifies a significant gender gap. For

Breaking Barriers – Female Entrepreneurs and Artisans in Nigeria’s Mining Communities

Women are playing a significant role in Nigeria’s mining sector, particularly in small-scale mining, where they work as artisans and traders. Through these grassroots roles, they uplift families and stimulate local economies, creating positive change in their communities. Women’s Role in Artisanal MiningIn small-scale mining communities, women frequently take on demanding tasks such as mineral

Edo Govt, Women in Mining Partner for Safer, Sustainable Mining

The Edo State Government has partnered with the Women in Mining Association to promote sustainable practices and prioritise health and safety in the mining sector. This collaboration took centre stage at a one-day seminar themed “Environmental Hazards in Mining Sites and Health Management for Miners,” held at the Ministry of Mining’s Conference Hall in Benin

Gender Equality in the Mining Vision for Africa

Given that women make up just 6.8 percent of the mining workforce in Nigeria. Policies that promote gender equality and increase women’s participation in the field is highly important and welcomed by stakeholders. One of such policies is the Africa Mining Vision. Adopted by the African Union in 2009, the Africa Mining Vision (AMV) is

Discover Kaduna’s Rich Gemstone Deposits

The Lagos Gold and Gemstone Exhibition, an annual celebration and promotion of Nigeria’s rich history of gold and gemstone mining is holding its 3rd exhibition at the EPAC center Lagos from September 26-28, 2024. The Lagos Gold and Gemstone Exhibition Conference is a branch of Women in Mining (WIMIN).  The goal of the exhibition is

WIMIN Decry Sexual Harassment of Female Miners in Nasarawa

The Women In Mining In Nigeria (WIMIN) have expressed concerns over sexual harassment and violations suffered by female miners in various mining sites in Nasarawa state. WIMIN stated this at the opening of a 3-day training for service providers on Sexual Gender-Based Violence, in Lafia, the state’s capital on Monday. The body in conjunction with

NEITI Boss Advocates for More Women In Mining Sector

The head of Nigeria’s Extractive Industries Transparency Initiative (NEITI), Dr. Orji Ogbonnaya Orji, has called for increased involvement of women in the mining sector. He expressed concern over the low number of women working in the industry, especially in leadership positions. Dr. Orji pointed out that a male-dominated mining sector limits women’s opportunities for jobs,

WIMIN President Advocates for Gender Equality in Mining Industry

In a recent interview, the President of Women in Mining Nigeria (WIMIN), Janet Adeyemi,  emphasised the importance of promoting gender equality and inclusion in the mining industry. Referencing the organisation’s latest newsletter, she highlighted the progress made towards achieving this goal. Women in Mining in Nigeria (WIMIN) is a non-governmental organisation focused on women’s advancement in