Unlocking East Africa's Mineral Wealth
East Africa is rich in mineral resources including gold, copper, gemstones, and rare earth elements. The region's mining sector is growing rapidly, driven by new discoveries, improved regulatory frameworks, and increasing global demand for critical minerals. Opportunities span from exploration to production and mineral trading.
Key Growth Drivers
Major gold deposits in Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda
World-class gemstones (tanzanite, sapphires, rubies)
Copper and base metals in Burundi and Uganda
Growing demand for battery minerals and rare earths
Current Investment & Partnership Opportunities
Active opportunities ready for investment, partnership, or collaboration
Gold Mining License - Tanzania
Proven reserves, infrastructure in place, ready for operation
Copper Exploration - Uganda
High-grade copper deposit with exploration data available
Gemstone Trading Partnership
Direct source for tanzanite, sapphires, and other precious stones
Mining Equipment Supply
Equipment supply for 10+ active mining operations
Rare Earth Exploration
Rare earth elements exploration with strong geological indicators
Artisanal Mining Formalization
Support and formalize 500+ artisanal miners
Industry Trends & Insights
Key trends shaping the industry landscape
Critical Minerals Demand
Growing demand for battery minerals and rare earth elements
ESG & Responsible Mining
Increasing focus on environmental and social governance
Mining Technology
Adoption of automation and digital technologies in operations
Value Addition
Processing and refining facilities to add value before export
Regional Market Breakdown
Market size and opportunities across East Africa
Kenya
- •Rare earth minerals exploration
- •Soda ash and fluorspar
- •Gold in western Kenya
Uganda
- •Copper in Kasese region
- •Gold in Karamoja
- •Iron ore deposits
Rwanda
- •Cassiterite, wolframite, coltan
- •High-quality sapphires
- •Methane gas extraction
Burundi
- •Gold mining revival
- •Nickel deposits
- •Rare earth elements
Our Track Record in This Industry
Proven success facilitating deals and partnerships
Why Partner With Us in Mining & Resources
Our competitive advantages in facilitating opportunities
Mining Network
Connections to 15+ active mining operations and exploration sites
License Support
100% success rate in securing mining licenses and permits
Off-take Connections
Network of mineral buyers and trading partners globally
ESG Compliance
Ensure all operations meet environmental and social standards
Market Entry Guide
What you need to know before entering this industry
Minimum Investment
$500K for trading, $5M+ for mining operations
Typical Timeline
Exploration licenses: 3-6 months, Mining licenses: 6-12 months
Required Licenses
- •Exploration license
- •Mining license
- •Environmental permit
- •Export license
Local Partnership
Strongly recommended, sometimes mandatory