Mining CS Hassan Joho Stories

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.

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.

Mining engineers decry delays in obtaining state approvals, warn of job losses
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 09, 2024

The players have called on the government to expedite the licensing process for mining activities, warning that the industry is in jeopardy.

Joho opposes lawsuit challenging his appointment as Mining CS
John Mbati  |  Sep 03, 2024

The former Mombasa Governor was responding to a lawsuit filed by the organisation, Genesis for Human Rights, saying he was unsuitable to be a member o...

Mining CS Joho confirms resumption of stalled works at Liwatoni Fisheries Complex after public outcry
Farhiya Hussein  |  Aug 19, 2024

The government has set a deadline of eight to 12 months for the project's completion.

State mulls proposal to allow mining in Kenyan parks and reserves
Farhiya Hussein  |  Mar 26, 2024

CS Mvurya said approximately Sh2.9 billion has been allocated as royalties for counties engaged in mining activities

New mining police unit begins operations
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 15, 2024

Mvurya said the country has the potential to be among the top mineral-producing countries in the world but its potential has never fully been exploite...

Modern mineral testing lab to be built in Kenya after pact with Indonesia
Barack Oduor  |  Mar 06, 2024

This follows an MoU signed in August last year during the state visit by Indonesian President Joko Widodo in Nairobi.

Kenya partners with Soy-Fujax to revive mining in Elgeyo Marakwet
Farhiya Hussein  |  Feb 17, 2024

In a planned move to secure Kenya's interest in the mining industry, the agreement requires the government to own a 15 per cent stake in the operation...

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