Mining | Photographer | Mineral resources enthusiast | Artisanal Mining supporter| ethical mining advocate| Technical and OPED Writer.

Nairobi, Kenya
Joined July 2013
📍| Turkana, Kenya 🇰🇪 It’s Day 2️⃣ of the Turkana Gold Summit & Minerals Expo 2026❗️ We continue to shape #ResponsibleMining and conversations are evolving towards #Governance, #Markets & #Safeguards for ASM in Turkana County. 💡Let’s make today count, together. ✊🏾
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Mining in Kenya needs to be reformed to ensure that we do not hurt the country. Ruto is the wrong person to lead this. His greed is a big issue. The Tata Issue deserves better handling. In fact what we should say is that Tata should process the mined soda and the finished product which is glass, to be processed & produced locally. If they are unable to do so, then the mine is up for grabs but legally.
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Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩 has designated lithium, tantalum, niobium, tungsten, uranium, and rare earths as strategic minerals, increasing royalties to 10% from 3.5% for mining operations. The change raises costs for producers while expanding government revenue from critical resources used in EVs and clean energy supply chains, drawing increased international interest in securing stable mineral access.
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Democratic Republic of Congo’s lithium miners could soon be required to triple royalty payments after the government approved the inclusion of several metals to its list of strategic minerals bloomberg.com/news/articles/…
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Tune in on Wednesday 28th January 2026 at 6:50 AM on KBC Channel 1 for an insightful conversation on Mining Engineering, Sustainability and Investment, featuring Eng. Cyrus Njonde, PE, a Mining Consultant and IEK President Eng. Shammah Kiteme on #goodmorningkenya.
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TOMORROW is the big day! 🎉 The MESK End-Year Dinner is finally here elegance, connection, and celebration all in one night. Don’t miss out. See you there! ✨ #MESK2025 #DineAfterWeMine
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🧵 Ten years ago, I visited a place that that Kenya forgot. A small hamlet that sprung up between godowns and depots in Changamwe, Mombasa. What I saw there stayed with me in a way that very few stories I have told do. A community was slowly being poisoned to death. A lead smelting plant right next to them belched toxic fumes laced with lead into the air. Dozens of men, women and children had already died. Hundreds in the community were poisoned. Some who were interviewed were, unbeknownst to me or them, already at deaths door. Yet, despite there having been sufficient evidence that this was happing , precious little did.
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UK-listed Marula Mining has partnered with Nairobi’s WEEE Centre to launch a €500K lithium-ion battery recycling project in Kenya. The facility will process used batteries to extract materials like lithium, cobalt, and nickel.
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The following companies have applied for mining licenses in Kenya: —Shanta Gold (K) for gold in Siaya & Vihiga Counties —Geo Earth Resources (Africa) for chromite in Samburu County —Karsan Ramji and Sons for aggregate minerals in Kakamega & Uasin Gishu Counties —Ndovu Rock for limestone in Homa Bay County —Pwami Mineral Ventures for gold in Samburu County —Sebit Investment for gold in West Pokot County —Archer's Post Investments for manganese in Samburu County & iron ore in Taita Taveta
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Helicopter Landing and Secretive Activity Reported in Remote West Pokot Mining Zone Residents in the lower belt of West Pokot have reported a string of unusual developments believed to be linked to gold extraction activities in a remote zone known locally as Kokoyoni. Reports from the area describe a low-profile helicopter landing, the presence of foreign visitors and a security convoy, all unfolding without public explanation. According to community reports circulating in local forums, a small aircraft was seen landing near Lami Nyeusi earlier this week. Witnesses claim that a few people appeared to anticipate the arrival and were on-site before the landing occurred. Unverified reports suggest that the visitors were escorted toward a location known for underground mining, though the nature of the mission remains unclear. Of particular note is the mention of uniformed personnel and a vehicle described as armoured. These details have led many to question whether this was a private venture, a state-sanctioned operation, or something else entirely. No public notice or communication was issued ahead of the event. The area in question has long been linked to informal and under-the-radar gold mining. While the region’s mineral potential is well known, the distribution of benefits from extraction and the level of regulation around it remain murky. Many locals are now calling for clarity. "Hi Cyprian. Some strange occurrences are being seen in West Pokot. These are related to gold mining in the lower belt of the county. Something happened today, let me share with you a screenshot of the said activity. Please share this anonymously."
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Good to see the Kilifi Manganese Processing Plant in operation. Well done to the Kenyan team for getting this completed. @MarulaPlc #MARU #Manganese
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Today, I officially transitioned from my role at the State Department for Medical Services to the State Department for Mining. I express my deepest gratitude to His Excellency, the President Dr. @WilliamsRuto, for his continued trust and confidence in my ability to serve as PS.
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Talkafrica journalists training on Illicit Financial flows underway...@TheMFWA @AdizatuMoro @TalkAfrica1
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Dangote Deems The $23 Billion Refinery Project As “Biggest Risk” Aliko Dangote, a Nigerian billionaire and business magnate, stated that the “biggest risk” of his life has been his $23 billion oil refinery project... Continue reading and also listen to the Audio... thenews-chronicle.com/dangot…
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🚨Announcement 🚨 Memorandum of Understanding Signed with Mining Engineers Society of Kenya View RNS 📄➡️ aquis.eu/stock-exchange/anno… #MARU #KENYA #Batterymetals @mining_MESK
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Illegal precious stones traders operating clandestinely in Voi town are making millions, if not billions of shillings, while avoiding taxes as well as license fees. NTV’s @kevinmutai_ reports that government agencies including the police are part of a well coordinated syndicated that is shipping gemstones from Tsavo leaving locals in Taita Taveta with nothing to show for it. #GemstoneHeist @kevinmutai_
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The Council and Management of the Institution of Engineers of Kenya wish you a Merry Christmas!
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We have always saved investors who consult us before a gold deal. The red flags are always there. Lear to identify these red flags from this article. miningconsults.com/blog/comm…
The Story of Gold Scammers in Nairobi How these gentlemen scam their victims 1/2 THREAD!!!
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The Story of Gold Scammers in Nairobi How these gentlemen scam their victims 1/2 THREAD!!!
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From copper ores to copper cathode. From mining to manufacturing. Value addition a must. @MarulaPlc #MARU #Kenya #Mining @national_mining
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