GEMS AFRICA

Reimagining the links between the mining quarry sector and Kenya's economic goals - Construction materials dominate global mineral production and underpin national development objectives, whether it be the clay bricks and roof tiles that provide shelter, or the sand, gravel and crushed stone that builds bridges and paves roads. These ‘Development Minerals' are crucial inputs for infrastructure, housing, road building, and manufacturing and predominantly support the livelihoods of people working in domestic artisanal, small and medium-sized businesses.