Kenya’s Mining Act 2016, once lauded as a landmark in modern resource governance, is now drawing criticism from industry experts and investors who say it deters long-term investment. A comparative analysis by policy and legal experts shows that, when measured against the standards of established mining jurisdictions such as Australia, Canada, and the United States, […]
Summary Moratorium & Reforms: Kenya froze new mining licenses in 2019 to clean up the sector, lifting the moratorium in October 2023 under President William Ruto. Mass Revocations: Over 1,500 mining licenses were revoked in 2023, with all holders ordered to reapply by November 30, 2023. By September 2024, 91% of reapplications had been rejected. […]
