Tanzania maintains stance on gold miner’s mining licence suspension

Minister of Minerals, Anthony Mavunde (left), speaks with the Director of PMM Tanzania Limited, Spendi Ulimbakise, during his visit to inspect the company's operations at the Magambazi Mine in Handeni District. PHOTO | RAJABU ATHUMANI

Handeni. The government has reiterated its position of not renewing the licences of PMM Tanzania Limited, the company that operates and owns the Magambazi Gold Mine in Handeni District, Tanga Region, due to concerns over its poor operational performance.

Minister for Minerals Mr Anthony Mavunde made the announcement during a public meeting in Nyasa Village, Kang’ata Ward, Handeni District, on Sunday, April 7, 2025.