Question

Highlight 4 problems facing mining in Kenya.

Answer 1

1. Extraction and processing of some minerals pollute the environment.
2. Inadequate capital for mineral exploitation.
3. Lack of skilled personnel limits mineral exploration and exploitation.
4. Mining activities are mainly in the hands of foreign companies who repatriate the profits to their home countries.
5. Competition from developed countries.
6. Shortage of power/energy for mining activities.