Kenya Chamber of Mines Charts Bold Vision for the Future at Annual General Meeting

The Kenya Chamber of Mines (KCM) held its Annual General Meeting today, unveiling an ambitious roadmap aimed at transforming the country’s mining sector.

Led by Chairperson Dr. Patrick Kanyoro, the meeting brought together key industry players to deliberate on strategies for organizational growth, policy advocacy, and addressing long-standing challenges within the sector.

Dr. Kanyoro underscored the importance of financial independence, regional outreach, and leadership development as the foundation for KCM’s future success.

“For Kenya’s mining industry to flourish, the Chamber must strengthen its institutional framework and broaden its presence regionally,” he stated.

Engagement with government bodies and legislative advocacy also featured prominently. Dr. Kanyoro highlighted the need for direct dialogue with the National Assembly and Senate as critical to shaping effective mining policy.

He also announced plans to establish the Kenya Mining Caucus in partnership with the Artisanal and Small-scale Miners Association of Kenya (ASMAK), Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI), Mining Engineers Society of Kenya (MESK), and Geological Society of Kenya (GSK).

KCM reaffirmed its commitment to staying proactive on regulatory matters, including the implementation of the 2024 Mining Regulations, strategic minerals policies, and the controversial Free Carried Interest clause.

While progress has been made, the Chamber acknowledged that the sector continues to face persistent hurdles—among them political interference, licensing delays, policy inconsistencies, bureaucracy, and both local and national-level conflicts.

To address these challenges, KCM outlined a comprehensive action plan. Key initiatives include strengthening grassroots engagement, providing technical support to miners, forging regional and international partnerships, advocating for meaningful policy reforms, and boosting member participation.

The Chamber is also prioritizing the development of a sustainable funding model to ensure long-term institutional resilience.

Established in 1999, KCM is a non-profit, non-political organization dedicated to advancing the interests of Kenya’s mining and minerals industry. Over the years, the Chamber has significantly contributed to job creation, community development, healthcare, education, infrastructure, and national revenue through taxes, royalties, and mineral exports.

Amid a rapidly evolving global mining landscape, the Kenya Chamber of Mines continues to lead efforts in building a dynamic, inclusive, and forward-looking sector for all stakeholders.