Mining minister expands crackdown on idle mining licences
Minister for Minerals Antony Mavunde addresses residents during the launch of the issuance of mining licences to small-scale miners in Kwimba District, Mwanza Region. PHOTO | PRAISEGOD MGUMBA
Mwanza. The government has intensified its crackdown on inactive mining licences, with Minerals Minister Antony Mavunde warning that licences held by investors who fail to develop their concessions will be revoked and reallocated to active miners.
The move is aimed at increasing mineral production, boosting government revenue and creating opportunities for small-scale miners, particularly young people, women and persons with disabilities.
