📍Dodoma: The Mining Commission has continued to strengthen the inspection of mines in the country through the Directorate of Mines and Environmental Inspection with the aim of ensuring that mining activities are carried out safely, efficiently and with due regard for the preservation of the environment, a step aimed at ensuring that mineral resources benefit the current and future generations.
Speaking on June 19, 2026, in the ongoing Public Service Week Exhibition in Chinangali Park in Dodoma, the Mines Inspection Officer of the Mining Commission, Mrs. Rose Mika said that the regular inspection that takes place in large, medium and small mines aims to ensure that mining activities are carried out in accordance with the Mining Law as well as the Safety, Health and Environmental Care Regulations of 2010.
He said that the inspection helps to identify in advance the challenges that may endanger the safety of workers and citizens living in the vicinity of the mining areas, thus enabling appropriate measures to be taken before harm occurs.
Mrs. Rose said the Mining Commission also continues to oversee the implementation of environmental management plans, including controlling water, air and land pollution as well as ensuring waste from mining activities is stored and handled in accordance with established procedures.
He said the Commission is monitoring the implementation of mine closure plans (Mine Closure Plans) to ensure that the areas that have been mined are returned to a safe and productive state after the activities are completed.
According to Ms. Rose, the move is important in ensuring the growth of the mining sector goes hand in hand with the preservation of the environment and the well-being of the communities surrounding the mining areas.
In addition to the inspection of mines, the Mining Commission continues to manage the use of gunpowder in mining activities, including its manufacture, importation, transportation and trade in accordance with existing laws and regulations.
In the Public Service Week Exhibition, the Mining Commission continues to provide education to citizens and stakeholders about the various opportunities available in the sector and motivate them to participate in research activities, mining, screening, mineral trade as well as the provision of services in mineral mines in accordance with the requirements of the law, in order to contribute to the growth of the National economy.
