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A woman washes earth dug out from local mines in the hope of finding sapphires in the town of Sakaraha in this September 12, 2007 file photo. With woeful air links hobbling tourism and power outages holding back its textiles industry, the former French colony's economic recovery after years of political turmoil hinges on the revival of its mining sector. But without permits, most miners are unable to raise cash on stock markets or get loans to keep their projects alive. Recent political upheaval, including attempts by lawmakers to topple the government, have also eroded Madagascar's lure to investors. (Photo by Jasleen Sethi/Reuters)
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