Govt to implement mining reforms

The government has announced significant reforms, aimed at streamlining the mining sector and attracting investments in the country. Speaking during an engagement forum with mining stakeholders in Voi, Taita Taveta County, Mining, Blue Economy, and Maritime Affairs Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya announced notable reforms, geared towards resolving conflicts and ensuring proper licensing of miners in […]

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Government seeks to promote local Manufacturers

The Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry wants to demystify the myth that only foreigners can successfully run industrial and manufacturing sector in the country. Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano said the government was working on modalities to promote home grown companies to exploit the investment potentials in the sector and challenged the local business community […]

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Kwale mine closure process gathers pace

Kwale based Australian mining firm Base Titanium has kicked off in earnest systematic post-mining closure phases and land reclamation plans ahead of cessation of mining operations in December 2024 after resource exhaustion. Mine closure planning has intensified as the mineral production company nears the end of its life as mineral ore reserves are now fully exhausted.  The […]

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Roofing factory set up in Lukenya, Machakos 

Sinoma Roofing Systems, a subsidiary of the China National Building Material Group Corporation (CNBM), a leading global building materials manufacturer, has set up a roofing factory in Lukenya, Machakos County. The plant will provide reliable and cost-effective roofing products to Kenya and the East African Community countries. Sinoma Roofing Systems Kenya Company Limited, General Manager […]

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CS Linturi implores factories to produce orthodox tea

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary (CS) Mithika Linturi has urged tea factories in the country to consider tapping into the production of Orthodox tea as opposed to CTC in order to fetch good returns. Speaking at the Githongo Tea Factory during a farmers’ sensitisation forum, Linturi assured farmers of good returns from Orthodox tea, adding that this […]

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