Alupe University Delegation Explores Mining Opportunities with State Department

In a significant move to enhance the mining sector in Busia County, the Principal Secretary (PS) for Mining, Elijah G. Mwangi, recently hosted a delegation of Council Members from Alupe University in Teso South, Busia County. The delegation paid a courtesy call to deliberate on potential areas of collaboration between the university and the State Department for Mining.

The meeting highlighted Busia County’s immense mineral wealth, including significant deposits of gold, tin, iron ore, granite, and sand. With the growing interest in these resources, both the university and the State Department for Mining are keen on establishing partnerships aimed at sustainable mineral exploration and exploitation.

PS Elijah Mwangi stressed the importance of strategic investment in exploration and research to ensure that the county’s mineral resources are exploited responsibly and for long-term economic benefit. “Sustainable exploitation of these minerals calls for careful planning and investment in research and exploration,” Mwangi stated during the meeting.

Alupe University, located in the heart of Busia County, stands as a key partner in this endeavor, with its academic resources and research capabilities playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of mining in the region. The university’s commitment to advancing the mining sector aligns with the State Department’s goal of building the necessary capacity for the effective exploration and exploitation of minerals.

The collaboration is expected to foster innovation and contribute to the growth of a sustainable mining industry that can drive economic development for the people of Busia County. The State Department for Mining reaffirmed its commitment to supporting stakeholders in the mining ecosystem and ensuring that the sector contributes meaningfully to the region’s socio-economic progress.

This meeting marks the beginning of what is hoped to be a fruitful partnership between Alupe University, the State Department for Mining, and other key stakeholders in the mining sector. As both parties continue to work together, the prospects for Busia County’s mining sector appear promising, with the potential for job creation, technological advancement, and overall regional growth.

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