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Joho calls for dismantling of illegal mining cartels to boost Kenya’s economy, enhance regulatory standards
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 10, 2025

The Mining CS called on the officers to help him restore sanity in the industry that contributes barely one per cent to the nation's gross domestic pr...

New investigative branch of mining police unit launched to curb illegal exploration of minerals in Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 09, 2025

Joho termed illegal mining as a serious crime, equating it to robbery with violence, and emphasised the importance of protecting mineral resources for...

Banks boost mining sector lending after licence freeze lifted
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 07, 2025

The lifting of the freeze has allowed new investors to enter the market and existing ones to resume their operations, providing a much-needed boost to...

Congo frees most of Chinese men held for illegal mining
Reuters  |  Dec 25, 2024

Around 60 Chinese nationals were at the site and officials detained the 17 who appeared to be in charge.

17 Chinese men accused of running illegal gold mine in DR Congo arrested
Reuters  |  Dec 22, 2024

Around 60 Chinese nationals were at the site and officials detained 17 who appeared to be in charge, along with some people from Congo and Burundi.

Turkana residents give green light for gold mining in Nameyana
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 18, 2024

The forum sought to engage the community and ensure their active participation in the decision-making process regarding mining activities in the area.

Joho issues fireworks safety guidelines for New Year celebrations
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 17, 2024

The CS stressed that fireworks displays will only be permitted at designated venues that have been approved by the State Department for Mining.

Mining PS unveils roadmap for reopening of Dabel gold mines in Marsabit
Charles Adinda  |  Dec 05, 2024

The troubled mining sites were shut down on March 14, 2024, after clashes between rival groups of miners led to seven deaths. 

Ghana risks government shutdown if no budget passed before election
Reuters  |  Dec 02, 2024

The government might have to cut back on interest payments and funding for the transition, he added, unless a budget is passed in December.

Families gather at South African mine shaft where hundreds are feared trapped
Reuters  |  Nov 16, 2024

The miners are in a standoff with police, who have blocked their supplies of food and water to force them out and arrest them for illegally entering t...

CS Joho calls for formation of special police unit to curb illegal mining
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 30, 2024

Joho pointed out that the lack of enforcement is costing the government billions of shillings in lost taxes.

Joho lists strict conditions for using fireworks during Diwali celebration
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 29, 2024

Only qualified and sober individuals will be permitted to operate aerial shells and other fireworks during these events.

95% of mining in Kenya is illegal - CS Joho says, vows to launch crackdown
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 23, 2024

The CS warned those involved in the mining to stop their operations before they are caught and face the law.

CS Joho urges MPs to collaborate on boosting Kenya’s mining sector
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 23, 2024

In his presentation, the CS outlined several government strategies designed to ensure that the mining industry remains advantageous to the local popul...

Government shuts down illegal mining operations in Kilifi to curb revenue loss
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 19, 2024

Speaking at the Kazungu mining site on Friday, Mwangi emphasised the government's zero-tolerance policy towards unlawful mining.

Turkana County suspends gold mining site near school after public outcry
Issa Hussein  |  Oct 16, 2024

The acting Director for Mineral Resources Elim Areman said they acted on numerous complaints from the local community.

Hundreds march against Ghana's harmful unlicensed informal gold mining
Reuters  |  Oct 12, 2024

Illegal small-scale gold mining known "galamsey" in Ghana has picked up this year following an almost 30 per cent rise in global gold prices.

DRC's South Kivu governor clears miners to resume operations
Reuters  |  Sep 24, 2024

He added that a team would be dispatched to carry out investigations into each mining company to prevent the exploitation of the local population.

Abandoned quarries pose significant threats in Lamu's remote island of Manda-Maweni
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 22, 2024

NEMA has now raised concern over the large number of abandoned quarries in the expansive village.

Govt cracks down on illegal mining of strategic minerals
Farhiya Hussein  |  Sep 15, 2024

Illegal operators are reportedly bypassing legal processes by engaging in mining and trading activities without the necessary approvals.

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