The Kenyan government has announced that significant deposits of coltan, a precious mineral used in the manufacture of phones, has been found in the country. Mining and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya on Wednesday said adequate deposits of coltan had been found in six counties. We have coltan deposits in the country and we want to see how we can inspire investors," he said. Deposits of Coltan — a mineral used in making phones, laptops and other devices — found in EmbuHe said more workers would be employed to assist in the exploration of the minerals, which are spread across counties. “Some people have been mining precious minerals without licences, we shall weed out all those investors who don't follow the law.

Source: Daily Nation January 25, 2024 19:46 UTC