SHINYANGA, Oct. 22 -- ADA-TADEAS Presidential candidate, Mr Georges Bussungu, has vowed to improve the livelihoods of small-scale miners by allocating mining areas to them and ensuring they fully benefit from the countrys natural resources.

Addressing a campaign rally in Kahama District, Mr Bussungu stated that if elected on 29 October, his government would review mining contracts to guarantee that local small-scale miners are prioritised in accordance with the law.

He also pledged to tackle complaints related to mining activities, including taking strict legal action against operators working without licences.

“If elected, my government will scrutinise contracts to ensure that locals benefit from their own resources,” he s...