ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
Mining Act
108. Rights conferred by mining licence
Edition: 2026-07-24 · In force
108. Rights conferred by mining licence
(1)The holder of a mining licence shall enjoy the exclusive right to carry out mining operations in respect of the mineral or mineral deposit specified in the licence within the area specified subject to the provisions of this Act and the terms and conditions set out in the licence.(2)In the exercise of the rights referred to in subsection (1), the holder of a mining licence may—(a)enter the area of land specified in the licence and take all reasonable measures on or under the surface of the land to carry out mining operations;(b)erect equipment, plant and buildings necessary to mine the specified mineral and to transport, dress or treat the minerals so recovered; or(c)dispose of any mineral recovered subject to the payment of the required fees and royalties.(3)A person appointed by the holder of a mining licence to act as an agent of the holder may exercise the rights of the licensee under the licence, subject to any limitations on the powers of the agent contained in the instrument of appointment.