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Lawmakers in Suriname call for investigation, stricter oversight amid new mining activity

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Surinamese lawmakers Rabindre Parmessar and Michael Marengo visited a mining site in Pelin Bergi, northern Suriname, on September 19, 2026, where they observed substantial mining activity and deep excavations. They reported potential use of restricted cyanide chemicals for gold processing, which could cause runoff and pollution. The lawmakers are urging President Jennifer Geerlings-Simons to launch an immediate investigation and halt all mining activity in the area. The site also showed materials being transported to processing locations. This report was reviewed by Mongabay.

Key points

• Lawmakers Rabindre Parmessar and Michael Marengo visited a mining site in Pelin Bergi, northern Suriname, on September 19, 2026, where they observed substantial mining activity and deep excavations.
• The site reportedly used restricted cyanide chemicals for gold processing via heap leaching, raising concerns about environmental runoff and permitting.

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The evidence covers only one specific mining site in northern Suriname. It does not provide details on the total scale of mining activity, the specific duration of operations, or the full extent of environmental impact across the region.

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