DODOMA, June 24 -- PRIME Minister Kassim Majaliwa has officially launched ten mineral drilling rigs and geological survey equipment worth 12.41bn/- aimed at supporting small-scale miners in Tanzania.

The launch took place at the Jakaya Kikwete Convention Centre in Dodoma and forms part of the governments ongoing efforts to reduce challenges faced by small-scale miners, particularly the lack of geological data.

Speaking at the event, the Prime Minister said this initiative is a continuation of President Samia Suluhu Hassans commitment to strengthening the mining sector and empowering small-scale miners to increase production and contribute significantly to the national economy. “In October 2023, President Samia launched five drilli...