Gold rush: How thousands of fortune hunters transformed a sleepy hamlet in West Pokot County in north-western Kenya into thriving business hub
The presence of large and deep pits dug by miners has also heightened fears of accidents, particularly given the high population and continued mining activities into the night. The local administration further expressed concern that the growing population could attract the sale and consumption of illicit brews and other drugs, increasing the risk of accidents and insecurity.
Artisanal miners in Embu want to be recognised as Kenya prepares to start exporting in-demand coltan
Miners’ call for recognition was made at a public participation forum organised by the Ministry of Mining, Blue Economy and Maritime Affairs to collect views on the Draft Minerals Mining and Value Addition Policy, the Draft Explosives Bill 2026 and the Draft Mining (Mine Health, Safety and Environment) Regulations 2026.
Gold and coltan-rich West Pokot residents call for comprehensive law reforms as Kenya’s prospects of commercial mining look bright
Kenya is intensifying efforts to make the mining sector safer, more accountable and economically beneficial through a countrywide public participation exercise on proposed mining laws, with stakeholders in West Pokot urging authorities to strengthen community engagement before the legislation is finalized. The consultative forum at Mtello Hall in Kapenguria brought...
High prospects of Kenya’s economy becoming minerals-driven jolts state into mining laws reforms
The proposed legislative reforms include the Explosives Bill (2026) the Minerals, Mining and Beneficiation Policy, the Explosives (Fees) Regulations and the Mine Health, Safety and Environment Regulations.
Kakamega mining conference refines Kenya’s minerals, mining and beneficiation draft policy to root out middlemen in gold trade
Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting at Magharibi Hall in Kakamega, Mines Inspector Philip Kirui said the policy builds on the foundation laid by the Mining Act 2016 but introduces critical reforms to address emerging challenges and opportunities in the sector.
County administrator calls for enhanced security and adherence to mining laws for faster economic growth
Turkana County Mining Deputy Director Elim Areman emphasised the need for responsible and inclusive mining practices, noting that land belongs to the community and investors must work closely with local residents to ensure mutual benefit.
British firm, Shanta Gold, to construct 1,280 houses in Siaya for people to be evicted from large-scale commercial mining sites
Speaking at Gem Wagai Sub-County headquarters after leading the county security team and other stakeholders on a tour of the settlement sites, Siaya County Commissioner Nobert Komora said the houses under construction are meant for the vulnerable in the community.
Environmental hazards: State bans mechanised gold mining in West Pokot in north-western Kenya
Philip Ngorikwang, a resident of the Marich area in Pokot Central Sub-County, said unregulated gold mining left deep open pits and heavily polluted River Muruny that made the water unsafe for household use.
Artisanal mining to resume in earnest in Kenya’s coastal county after society resolves dispute with state
Matilda Waleghwa, the Chairperson of Kishushe Ranching Cooperative Society Ltd, confirmed the ranch leadership had held a meeting with the Principal Secretary for Mining, during which critical agreements were reached regarding investor operations in the area.
Some 9,000 artisanal gold miners in Siaya to lose livelihood to Shanta Gold Mining Company
Artisanal miners led by Odero Zachary Nyakwaka of the Bamboo Artisanal Miners Cooperative called for openness in the issuance of licences. He lamented that whereas more than 9,000 people rely on artisanal gold mining in Ramula.
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