Gachagua warns Kakamega residents over Ikolomani gold
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has urged the people of Kakamega to be careful with their gold deposits in Ikolomani while naming a powerful government official whom he accused of being behind the efforts to exploit the precious metal. Speaking during his State of the Nation address at the Democracy for Citizens headquarters in Lavington […]
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua cautioned residents of Kakamega regarding gold deposits in Ikolomani during his recent State of the Nation address. He accused a prominent government official of attempting to exploit the precious metal. The call for caution came as a Senate committee, led by Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale, held a public meeting with local residents.
During the session, residents expressed concerns to the proposed contractor responsible for mining operations. Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale emphasized the need for a fair agreement that protects residents while allowing responsible investment. He stated that no mining activity should commence without achieving a genuine win-win solution that safeguards the community's interests.
The senator also proposed an equal 50-50 sharing of proceeds between investors and host communities, rather than the current royalty-based arrangement.
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