All that glitters
Treasure hunters endure tough conditions in Colombian emerald hub Muzo
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Local divide
Colombia is one of the world's largest producers of emeralds, with exports of the gems totaling $122 million in 2022, according to the National Federation of Emeralds.
However, most of the profits go toward multinational mining corporations or powerful mining families.
Esmeraldas Mining Services operates a foundation in Muzo which conducts various social programs.
Still, some believe the company could do more to give back to the impoverished community around the mines.