Retrieved from Observatorio de Ecología Política de Venezuela
But beyond the beauty lies a sad tale of natural destruction and violence. Activists say the area is being ravaged by illegal gold mining, aided by military personnel who turn a blind eye in exchange for bribes. Despite its location in a protected park that hosts a treasure trove of biodiversity, gold mining is growing by 242 hectares — almost 300 football fields — per year, according to the NGO SOS Orinoco. In its last report in 2019, the group said mining activity in the park already covered 2,227 hectares. Full Text -> NewAgeBusiness
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