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Kitui County Government roots for latest mining technology for coal, limestone

Kitui County Executive in charge of Environment, Energy and Minerals Investments Development George Mulatya (centre) shares a word with his Chief Officer Dr Muusya Mwinzi (left) and a participant in Mwingi Wednesday during a county climate change workshop. [PHOTO: PHILIP MUASYA / STANDARD]

MWINGI: Kitui County government has said investors slated to mine coal and limestone in the county will be required to use the latest mining technologies to ensure minimal pollution and damage to the environment.

The County Executive in charge of Environment, Energy and Minerals Investments Development George Mulatya said they have a duty to protect the residents and the environment from greenhouse gases and pollution.

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