Malawi

Malawi mining industry is primarily known for its rich deposits of gemstones and critical minerals, with uranium extraction playing a pivotal role. Malawi has made notable contribution to the global Uranium extraction industry, the extraction of Uranium particularly from the Kayelekera mine in Konga district, has significantly contributed to the country’s GDP, increasing from 1% to 10% by 2013. Despite a temporary suspension of Uranium production, the sector is expected to contribute up to 20% to GDP by 2023. The industry also involves limited mining of Coal, Limestone, and Gemstone such us Rubies and Sapphires.

These are the key Mineral Resources of this country:

Uranium.
Rare earths.
Gemstones.
Limestone.
Bauxite.

For further details, read this article about the Mining Industry of Malawi.

More information about Malawi

Malawi is located in the Southeastern Africa, its mining history marks by limited exploration and extraction due to remote locations and mineral prospects. The mineral resources of Malawi include Apatite, Bauxite, Kyanite, Vermiculite, Rare-Earths, Copper, and Nickel. Notable mining areas are the Livingstonia and Ruphi Coal mines, and the Kanyika Pyrochlore mines for Niobium, Tantalum and Zicronium. The legal framework governing the sector includes the Mines and Minerals Act 1981, the petroleum Act 1983, and the Explosives Act 1968. The government mandates environmental impact assessments for all mining projects, ensuring sustainable practices.

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