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The Cabinet Secretary said stronger cooperation between the national and county governments is necessary to ensure smooth implementation of mining activities and fair sharing of proceeds.
Mrima Hills is set to host deposits of rare earth elements (REEs) and niobium, minerals critical for green technologies, electronics, and the production of high-strength steel. Analysts estimate that the minerals could be worth tens of billions of dollars, potentially making Kenya a leading supplier of strategic minerals.
Kenya has launched its first post-mining land use and closure advisory report in Kwale County, setting national standards for mine closure, land rehabilitation and royalty sharing for communities and counties.