Kenya strikes large deposits of mineral used in phones, laptops

Mining and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya (centre) with Embu Governor Cecily Mbarire (right) at the county headquarters on January 24, 2024, where he announced that Kenya has adequate deposits of coltan found in six counties. PHOTO | GEORGE MUNENE | NMG

Kenya has announced that the precious coltan mineral, which is used in the manufacture of cell phones, laptops and other communication gadgets has been found in the country.

Mining and Blue Economy Cabinet Secretary Salim Mvurya said on Wednesday that adequate deposits of coltan have been found in six counties.

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