MOROGORO, June 28 -- THE government has vowed to revoke mining licences that remain undeveloped and reallocate them to investors capable of advancing mineral exploration and mining activities.

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Minerals, Engineer Yahya Samamba, issued the warning during a working session held here, which brought together the management of the Mining Commission, Assistant Mining Inspectors and institutions under the ministry, including the State Mining Corporation (STAMICO).

Eng Samamba directed Regional Resident Mining Officers to ensure that licence holders develop their mining areas in accordance with the terms and conditions of their licences.

He stressed that the government will not hesitate to revoke licences ...