Rwanda committed to revamping mining industry for economic expansion, community well-being

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Rwanda committed to revamping mining industry for economic expansion, community well-being

STORY: Rwanda committed to revamping mining industry for economic expansion, community well-being SHOOTING DATE: Dec. 13, 2023 DATELINE: Dec. 14, 2023 LENGTH: 00:03:21 LOCATION: Kigali CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of miners 2. SOUNDBITE (English): DONAT NSENGUMUREMYI, Manager of Mining Extraction and Inspection Division at Rwanda Mines, Gas and Petroleum Board STORYLINE: Rwanda, despite having abundant mineral deposits, currently mines less than half of its resources. However, the country has determined to enhance its extractives sector by embracing advanced technology to expand mining activities. Donat Nsengumuremyi, the manager of Mining Extraction and Inspection Division at Rwanda Mines, Gas and Petroleum Board, shared insights into their transformative process. He said they have initiated a shift from small-scale to semi-mechanized mining, aiming to enhance recovery both during extraction and processing stages. Nsengumuremyi stressed the need for modern equipment and efficient processes. He

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