Gemstone value addition centre set to open in Voi

Kenya produced 22, 956 carats of cut or processed gemstones in 2017. FILE PHOTO | NMG

Kenya will open a Sh50 million mineral centre in Voi, Taita Taveta to add value to gemstones before selling them abroad in raw form.

Voi sub county commissioner Joseph Mtile said plans are at an advanced stage to open the centre that will transform the gemstone industry not only in Taita Taveta, but also in neighbouring counties like Makueni, Kitui and Kwale.

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