Geological news from Kenya or relatable to Kenya
The Green Innovations Awards 2014
NETFUND developed the Green Innovations Award (GIA) and has been awarding individuals and organizations that have demonstrated great innovativeness towards environmental conservation. Overall NETFUND-GIA winner receive an additional KES 1m and a trophy. Other prices include 500,000 and 250,000/= prizes for 1st and 2nd winners...
Kenya’s First Offshore Oil Find
Australian oil exploration firm Pancontinental Oil & Gas NL has confirmed an “historic” discovery of oil in an exploratory well sunk off the Lamu coast in southern Kenya.
BRACE YOURSELVES, CONFLICT IS COMING
As east Africa braces itself to reap in the benefits of the newly found oil resources, side-deals will brew an unwelcome distraction when it comes to who will benefit the most.
The China story
Despite strong growth in domestic production, Chinese import dependence has been growing fast, prompting the formulation of a “two-way strategy” predicated on expanded investment in exploration and production capacity in China; and on outward foreign direct investment (FDI) in mine production and, failing that, long-term...
UGANDA – Covering All Bases
we can always expect Museveni to fall back on some populist measures when elections draw closer – whether it’s releasing another rap or the more traditional hand-outs at public or youth rallies
#MindSpeak – Mining in our region
#MindSpeak organised Aly-Khan Satchu at the Intercontinental Hotel, had a discussion panel about the extractive industry and I attended this session from which I gathered some interesting insights. The event was an eye opener to many especially to the many geologists, engineers and lawyers who...
Other Mining Services The Government Could Make Use Of
The discovery of minerals has brought about cautious optimism in the country. However I do think Kenya would reap from the many benefits of the mining industry which doesn't necessarily mean that we have to wait 10 years to start enjoy our oil finds or...
Did we sell all our oil blocks to Nigeria?
DID WE SELL ALL OR BLOCKS TO NIGERIA OR WHO'S CHEATING WHO?
Why Not Balala? We Have No Choice Either Way
For the past two months we have constantly been taken through the murky waters of the mining industry in Kenya. From the bribes to the dictatorial leadership at the helm of the ministry to allegations and their equal counters.
Current Legislative Framework on Mining
The Mining Act 1940 (chapter 306 of the Laws of Kenya) (the “Mining Act”) regulates all mining activities in Kenya. The Commissioner of Mines and Geology (the “Commissioner”), heads the Department of Mines and Geology and is responsible for overseeing mining research and policy as...