Kenya’s Cabinet gives nod to new mining policy

Miners drill for titanium at Nguluku Maumba in Kwale, on Kenya’s Coast. PHOTO | FILE

Kenya’s Cabinet has approved the Mining and Minerals Policy, aimed at encouraging investments in the extractives industry.

The policy, approved on April 1, provides guidance on the conduct of mining and development activities in the country. It touches on environmental issues, local value addition, post-mine closure activities, mainstream, artisanal and small-scale mining.