DAR ES SALAAM, Jan. 16 -- THE Minister for Minerals, Mr Dotto Biteko, has called upon mineral dealers to avoid illegal deals if they want to benefit from the business as the government is creating a favorable environment for everyone to reap profits from the sector.
Speaking to mineral traders in Dar es Salaam on Wednesday, Mr Biteko said the mining sector should contribute fairly to the country's economy while benefiting traders.
Mr Biteko cited efforts being put in place as including curbing all forms of smuggling and establishment of mineral centers countrywide which have seen revenue from the precious stones rising to 243 billion shillings since establishment of mineral centers in July last year.
But Minister Biteko, who was speaking...