Mzee Bakari inside the forest pointing at one of the trees whose bark is used as medicine.[FILE]
The entry of the US-backed consortium in the race for the estimated $62 billion (Sh7.99 trillion) rare earth and niobium in Kwale County rekindles past battles for the precious minerals.
Mrima Earth Limited, whose membership remains confidential, would have to navigate the intricate political landscape, complex local community dynamics and stiff competition.