Mining Act

217. Insurance cover

Edition: 2026-07-24 · In force

217. Insurance cover

(1)The holder of a mineral right or an agent appointed by a holder who is undertaking prospecting or mining operations shall, with respect to those operations, maintain insurance cover in respect of the attached risks especially for health and safety of employees.

(2)The holder or person mentioned in subsection (1) shall, where required by the Cabinet Secretary, furnish the Cabinet Secretary with certified copies of certificates of insurance that set out the insurance policy and any other documents that are required to demonstrate that the policy is valid, effective, and appropriate and covers the prescribed risks.

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Source: Kenya Law