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Rwanda’s 10 newly unveiled mining blocks attract 73 investor bids

Critical mineral. Photo by Claudio Grande @ Unsplash
Critical mineral. Photo by Claudio Grande @ Unsplash
  • 73 applications for 10 mining blocks
  • Lithium and 3Ts drive investor interest

 

KIGALI, RWANDA – Rwanda’s mining sector is drawing fierce investor interest after authorities confirmed at least 73 applications for 10 newly unveiled mining blocks.

The Rwanda Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board (RMB) said successful bidders have already secured several blocks, including Nduba, Rweru-Kimvubu, Juru, Mamfu-Rwasama, Remera, Rugarama and Rweru.

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