The Principal Secretary for the State Department of Mining, Harry Kimutai, has urged mining companies to comply with the Mining Act as enshrined in the constitution of Kenya to have a seamless run of mining activities.
Speaking during a community social responsibility exercise organised by the Lions Club Mombasa in conjunction with Mombasa Cement at Vyambani in Kilifi County, Mutai said that some mining companies violate the Mining Act, especially by failing to engage the community, leading to resentment from the local community. "Mining companies should comply with the Mining Act to avoid facing any problems with either the ministry or the local communities," he said.
Mutai commended Lions Club Mombasa and Mombasa Cement for hosting a free eye check-up camp, distributing foodstuffs to the residents and planting trees at Vyambani area while urging other companies to emulate the same.
The Principal Secretary also led a tree planting exercise which took place adjacent to a mining site in the area. "We commend you for the great things you are doing and it is high time other companies give back to the local community," he said.
