Tanzania's minerals minister checked out the start of gold exploration work in Hanang District after giving permits to a local outfit called COBRA Resource Solution. Anthony Mavunde told villagers in Bassuto that the government won't kick anyone out until compensation gets sorted, and he thinks the project could juice up the local economy with jobs and cash if they actually strike gold. The area already produces tanzanite and green garnet, plus a fertilizer company grabs limestone from the region.
COBRA is using drones that can scan underground up to three kilometers deep, which beats hiking around with gear on your back. The regional mining office pulled in almost 8 billion shillings since 2018, and they've handed out dozens of small-scale permits this year. Locals seem hyped about potential employment opportunities.
COBRA is using drones that can scan underground up to three kilometers deep, which beats hiking around with gear on your back. The regional mining office pulled in almost 8 billion shillings since 2018, and they've handed out dozens of small-scale permits this year. Locals seem hyped about potential employment opportunities.
