From The Rio Times · Contributing Reporter · · 1m 10s
Mexico Appeals Sacred Land Mining Ruling
Mexico's Economy Ministry appeals court ruling protecting Wixárika sacred land from mining.
In brief
Mexico's Economy Ministry appeals court ruling protecting Wixárika sacred land from mining. Mexico's government is appealing a court decision that voided 44 mining titles on land sacred to the Wixárika Indigenous people. Originally reported by The Rio Times.
Mexico Appeals Ruling
Mexico's Economy Ministry filed an appeal against a court ruling that voided 44 mining titles on land sacred to the Wixárika Indigenous people.
Ruling Details
A district court in San Luis Potosí voided 44 mining titles on 11 March 2026, requiring consultation before new concessions.
Appeal Timeline
The ministry filed its appeal on Monday 28 September 2026, with no decision yet announced.
Wixárika Regional Council
The Wixárika regional council also appealed, claiming the ruling was incomplete and 20 First Majestic Silver concessions remain valid.
What Stays Open
The court did not void 20 First Majestic Silver concessions, and no date for a decision has been announced.
Impact on Mining
The ruling could require consultation before new mining concessions, potentially slowing projects in Mexico's silver-producing region.
Travel Considerations
Visitors to Wirikuta should check local access rules as the site remains sacred to the Wixárika people.
The big picture
Mexico's government is appealing a court decision that voided 44 mining titles on land sacred to the Wixárika Indigenous people.
