Recommendations for Class C Mining Regulations and their implementation and Future Amendments to the Mining and Minerals Act in Liberia

The primary purpose of this report is to present findings of a diagnostic assessment of the Class C Regulations proposed in 2009 in Liberia and, based on these findings, draft Class C Regulations that legally adhere to the current Mineral and Mining Law. The ultimate objective of this work is to ensure legislation aids in optimization of the contribution of ASM to growth, development and poverty alleviation while minimizing negative social, economic and environmental outcomes . In light of this, recommendations for future legal and regulatory reforms and a plan for implementation have also been put forward.