Challenges 20.16. The following challenges have been noted: a. Illegal mining activities leading to leakages and unlawful dealing in mineral resources thereby prejudicing the State of its much needed revenue. b. Skewed global economic trade policies are a disadvantage on economic growth to developing countries such as Zimbabwe. c. Limited financial programs in time. resources to complete development Responses 20.17. The following measures have been adopted as a response to the challenges faced: a. The Government is organising and empowering small scale miners into formal entities to freely and legally prospect and trade in mineral resources with Government. b. Government continues to participate in international trade platforms such as the Kimberley Process. c. Government continues to partner with international community and developmental partners to support these projects. 21. Article 23: Peoples’ Right to National and International Peace and Security Constitutional and Legislative Measures 21.1. The Constitution obligates the State and every person, including juristic persons, and every institution and agency of Government at every level, to promote national unity, peace and stability. Page | 56

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