Uganda Establishes State-Owned Mining Company to Enhance Mineral Value
Uganda has established a state-owned mining company to oversee the government’s equity interests in mining operations, announced Ruth Nankabirwa, the Minister for Energy and Mineral Development. Historically, all mining activities in the East African nation have been conducted by private firms operating under exploration and mining licenses. However, a new mining law approved in 2022 allows the government to compulsorily acquire a 15% free carry stake in all mining operations in Uganda. This initiative is part of broader efforts to increase the country’s share of the value derived from its…
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