The local content requirement mandates that holders of mining licenses prioritize the use of locally made materials and products, employ local services and citizens, and favor companies owned by Kenyan citizens in all mining operations.
"4. Interpretation
In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires—[...]
"mineral" means a geological substance whether in solid, liquid or gaseous form occurring naturally in or on the earth, in or under water, in mine waste or tailing and includes the minerals specified in the First Schedule but does not include petroleum, hydrocarbon gases or groundwater; [...]
"mineral right" means— (a) a prospecting licence; (b) a retention licence; (c) a mining licence; (d) a prospecting permit; (e) a mining permit; or (f) an artisanal permit; [...]
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PART VI – GENERAL PROVISIONS ON MINERAL RIGHTS [...]
50. Preference for local products
The holder of a mineral right shall, in the conduct of prospecting, mining, processing, refining and treatment operations, transport or any other dealings in minerals give preference to the maximum extent possible—
(a) to materials and products made in Kenya;
(b) to services offered by members of the community and Kenyan citizens; and
(c) to companies or businesses owned by Kenyan citizens..[...]" (Mining Act No 12 of 2016)
Mining Act No 12 of 2016
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