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MIning Law in Kenya

Kieti Law LLP is delighted to have contributed the Kenyan chapter on Mining Law in the 2018 International Comparative Legal Guide.

18 Mar 2021 1 min read Article

The review provides an overview of Kenya’s new Mining Act covering mechanics of acquisition of rights, State free carry, processing and beneficiation, health, safety and environmental issues, cancellation and relinquishment.

Click here to read the Kenyan Chapter of the publication or below to download a copy.

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