DODOMA, Jan. 10 -- MINISTER for Minerals Antony Mavunde has hailed Barrick North Mara Mine in Tarime District, Mara Region, for fully implementing the Mining (Local Content) Act (Chapter 123) and its Mining (Local Content) Regulations, 2018 by prioritising Tanzanians in employment.

Speaking to reporters in Dodoma recently, Mavunde said North Mara Mine had in practice provided Tanzanians with 100 per cent employment opportunities and contributed to a reduction in the unemployment problem in the country.

“Leaders and members of the management team of North Mara Mine are all Tanzanians. This aligns with the governments strategy to ensure the Mining (Local Content) Act and its Regulations are fully implemented and doors are open for T...