GEITA, Sept. 29 -- THE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Doto Biteko, has stated that the growth of mining and mineral value-added activities in the country has driven a significant increase in electricity demand.

Speaking at the closing of the 8th Mining Technology Exhibition in Geita, he said the government is continuing to extend electricity supply to mining areas as well as to mineral refining and value addition industries to ensure uninterrupted production and improved efficiency.

Elaborating, Dr Biteko noted that the growth of the mining sector goes hand in hand with increased electricity demand in the country, citing that in Geita, more than 30 megawatts are currently being used, unlike in the past.

Moreover, he sta...