This image depicts an active mining site located in the city of Jos, Nigeria. The foreground is dominated by reddish-brown soil and small stones. In the mid-ground, the landscape transitions to a series of excavated pits and mounds of earth, indicating ongoing mining operations. Several people are visible scattered throughout this area, engaged in various activities. Some appear to be working in or around the pits, while others are near a piece of mining equipment. A white truck is parked in the mid-ground. In the background, the scene opens up to a more developed area with buildings, trees, and hills, suggesting the proximity of a residential or urban zone to the mining site. The sky is clear and blue. A person's hand and arm, adorned with bracelets, are partially visible in the upper right corner of the frame, along with a shadow cast by a person in the foreground.

Mining operations documented across Jos

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Meshach Samuel

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Thu, Jun 11, 2026, 09:16 AM

10d ago

Jos, Nigeria

9.83500, 8.91400

This image depicts an active mining site located in the city of Jos, Nigeria. The foreground is dominated by reddish-brown soil and small stones. In the mid-ground, the landscape transitions to a seri…read more

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