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June 18, 2026
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Golden curse? Senate intervenes in Kakamega gold mining dispute

Golden curse? Senate intervenes in Kakamega gold mining dispute

At least 800 families are reportedly facing relocation in the underground mining project plan...

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The Kenyan Senate is intervening in a dispute over gold mining in Kakamega County, where residents claim a mining company has failed to properly consult landowners and ensure transparency. Residents express fear and uncertainty, not outright opposition to mining, but how it is being conducted.

  • At least 800 families reportedly face relocation due to the proposed underground mining project.
  • Shanta Gold Kenya Limited holds the prospecting license and is seeking a mining license, with the project impacting privately owned land.
  • Petitioners argue that key information, including parts of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) report, has not been fully disclosed to the public.

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