Mines Ministry Consults Emerging Miners on Value Addition

The Ministry of Industries, Mines and Energy held a consultative meeting with emerging mining operators on 7 January to discuss ways to enhance local participation and value addition in the mining sector. Minister Modestus Amutse stressed the need for collaboration with industry stakeholders, while the mining association highlighted challenges such as limited access to modern equipment and processing facilities and urged support for sustainable, safe mining practices. The meeting also explored opportunities to provide training and technical support to small-scale miners to improve efficiency and compliance.