Kenya

The Kenyan government has officially invited international bids for the development of the Mrima Hill mineral deposit in Kwale County, an asset currently valued at approximately $62.4 billion. This move marks a significant escalation in Kenya’s efforts to position itself as a key player in the global critical minerals market, …

NAIROBI – Kenya is positioning its long-dormant mining sector as the next frontier of national economic growth, moving to capitalize on massive mineral discoveries that experts believe could rival the country’s storied tourism industry. With the recent unearthing of gold and rare earth element (REE) deposits valued in the tens …

Pan-African telecommunications and network services provider Paratus Group has switched on a major new fiber route in East Africa, directly connecting Mombasa on the Kenyan coast to Goma in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) through a protected terrestrial network. The newly activated 2000 km G2M (Goma-to-Mombasa) fiber route …

Metso, a global leader in sustainable technology and services for the aggregates, minerals processing, and metals industries, has officially announced a pivotal distribution agreement with Rock Plant Ltd., a respected dealership for heavy machinery across East Africa. This strategic contract immediately strengthens Metso’s market presence in the region, appointing Rock …

Kenya’s mining sector is facing a critical juncture, where economic ambitions clash with human rights and community interests. Recent violence linked to Shanta Gold’s operations in Kakamega, Siaya, and Vihiga counties underscores the urgent need for policy reform and robust safeguards. The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) has raised alarm …

Sun King, the world’s leading off-grid solar energy company, has unveiled a refreshed logo marking a major milestone in its continued growth and evolution. The new logo reflects the company’s expanding product portfolio – from solar home systems and solar inverter solutions to pay-as-you-go smartphones – all designed to provide …

Pan-African telecommunications and network services provider, Paratus Group, has completed its expansion programme into East Africa. This expansion forms part of the Group’s ongoing efforts to connect communities and businesses across sub-Equatorial Africa with reliable digital infrastructure. Across East Africa, Paratus is providing reliable digital services to meet the needs …

Independent power producer Globeleq and its partner, African Rainbow Energy, have secured financing for the 153 MW/612 MWh Red Sands battery energy storage system (BESS), a landmark project poised to become Africa’s largest standalone facility of its kind. The deal, valued at approximately R5.4 billion ($292 million), was financed through …

A new frontier in gold exploration is emerging in Kenya, where traditional, costly methods are being challenged by the precision of satellite technology. A recent case study by Farmonaut, a remote sensing firm, details a successful project that used satellite imagery to pinpoint potential gold deposits in a 26-square-kilometre area, …

Marula Mining PLC is advancing its strategic presence in Kenya, announcing key partnerships with the Geological Society of Kenya (GSK) and Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology (JKUAT). The Africa-focused mining firm is seeking to integrate itself into the country’s academic and professional landscape, signaling a long-term commitment to …