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20123 minPGnews

Commodities Investment

Kenya's resource surge

20123 minPGnews

Katrina Manson reports on the Kwale Mineral Sands Project's impact on Kenya's economy.

Commodities Investment

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Channel: Financial Times

Kenya's resource surge

2012• 3 minPG

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Katrina Manson reports on the Kwale Mineral Sands Project's impact on Kenya's economy.

Synopsis

Katrina Manson, the east Africa correspondent, reports from the Kwale Mineral Sands Project in Kenya. She highlights the significance of recent developments in the mining sector and their potential impact on the country's economy. The Kwale Mineral Sands Project is a key player in Kenya's resource surge, contributing to the growth of the mining industry in the region. Manson discusses how these advancements could reshape the landscape of mining operations in Africa, particularly in east Africa, and what it means for local communities and the economy.

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