Protester blockades halt mining at Nexa's Atacocha zinc-lead asset

Nexa Resources has halted mining operations at the San Gerardo open-pit zinc-lead mine at its Atacocha project in Peru, after protesters began "illegally blocking public roads" in the Pasco region of the country, the company said this week.

The company said that, despite the blockade in and around the mine by the local Joraoniyoc community, there had not been a material impact on production as of Tuesday September 28. 
"Mining activities are limited to critical operations, with a minimum workforce, to ensure appropriate maintenance, safety and security [for all] employees and contractors," the Brazil-based company said. 

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