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Mining forum launched in industry growth plan

Cabinet Secretary for Mining Dan Kazungu, addresses the press during the official handing over of the mining Ministry by Balala to him. He  opened the first ever Kenya Mining Forum in Nairobi yesterday. (PHOTO: PIUS CHERUIYOT/ STANDARD)

Mining Cabinet Secretary Dan Kazungu opened the first ever Kenya Mining Forum in Nairobi yesterday. The forum, which will run for two days, will discuss how to grow sector investment in line with the country’s recently updated Mining Act.

According to Mr Kazungu, the Government, having recognised the mining industry as a key pillar for economic transformation, was preparing the country for the next big wave of industry activity.

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