Mining Magazine September 2017 | Page 63

AFRICA being exported as the market for all three products showed signs of significant improvement .
The importance of Kwale to the Kenyan mining industry is amply illustrated by the fact that it now contributes close to 60 % of the total value of Kenya ’ s minerals output .
Regional exploration to extend the life of the mine is one of the company ’ s key future growth strategies . The initial phase has been successfully completed and plans are in hand for further exploration in the coming year .
But for Schwarz , the success of the Kwale Mine and Base Titanium extends well beyond its core mining operations . He also measures the success of the company through its role in building the mining economy and giving back to its host communities by improving their livelihoods in a sustainable manner .
“ The cornerstone of our philosophy is the flow of mutual benefits ,” he says . “ It has to be win-win for everyone , all the stakeholders must share in the benefits – Government , investors and the local communities .”
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