The Democratic Republic of Congo has officially classified lithium, tantalum, niobium, tungsten, uranium, and rare earth elements as strategic minerals, and has dramatically increased royalties on their extraction.
Mining CS Hassan Joho says this marks “a new era” in managing Kenya’s natural resources
Global powers like the U.S. and China are expected to show interest, highlighting Kenya’s growing importance in the strategic rare earth minerals market. #Geopolitics
Ministry of Mining invited global firms to submit EOIs for extraction and commercialisation of niobium and rare earth elements holds vast deposits including niobium, yttrium, thorium, and lanthanum—key minerals for EVs, renewable energy, and defense tech. #CriticalMinerals
Kenya has launched a global tender for mining rights at Mrima Hill in Kwale County—one of the world’s most valuable untapped mineral reserves, valued at USD 64B (KSh 8T). A major step in resource governance. #MrimaHill#KenyaMining
Led by Mining CS Hassan Joho, the initiative signals a new chapter in Kenya’s mining sector. Delivery, transparency
Mrima Hill presents huge promise—but also serious risks. Kenya must balance investment, environmental protection, and community rights to get it right. #KenyaMining
Global competition for rare earths is intensifying, and Kenya is now on the map. Strong leadership and policy discipline will determine whether this becomes a success story or a missed opportunity. #GlobalEconomy
The push for local processing of rare earth minerals could boost industrialization and create jobs. The question remains—will Kenya export raw wealth or build value at home? #Industrialization
KSh 8.1 trillion, Mrima Hill is more than a mining deal—it’s a test of Kenya’s ability to negotiate fair contracts, enforce local processing, and protect its economic sovereignty. #KenyaEconomy
The Mrima Hill project has attracted interest from U.S., Chinese, and Australian firms, all eyeing strategic minerals like niobium and yttrium. Kenya must ensure these resources deliver long-term national value. #ResourceGovernance
Kenya has officially opened the KSh 8.1 trillion Mrima Hill rare earth mining tender to global investors. This is a defining moment—one that could reshape the country’s economic future if managed with transparency and accountability. #MrimaHill#KenyaMining