Civil Society Groups Demand Halt to Mining Activities in Western Kenya - April 2026

A coalition of civil society groups is demanding an immediate cessation of all gold and mining activities in western Kenya, citing widespread concerns about the impact of these operations. Despite a recent court ruling, fear persists among Kipteber residents concerning an ongoing land row, leaving them apprehensive about their future on the disputed territory. These groups join activists who have been calling for mining activities to be stopped in Western Kenya, with concerns about environmental and social impacts on local communities.