Mining industry of Eswatini

Fiscal contribution from mining operations to Eswatini's GDP is 2% and also accounts for 2% of export earnings.

[2] Asbestos production, which was exploited to a large extent, is faced with problems due to decrease in international pricing.

Gold extractions from the northwestern region of the country have been planned, with the Piggs Peak mine getting revived.

[citation needed] Minerals under extraction in the country include coal, diamonds, gold, kaolin and silica.

The mineral industry is faced with a low level of exploration and exploitation, which is unlikely to change in the near future on account of inadequate infrastructure facilities, and also due to a high degree of HIV/AIDS among its population.