AfricaPress-Tanzania: Minerals minister Dotto Biteko yesterday stressed the need for miners to observe guidelines of sampling of analyses and
He said for increase productivity in their mining activities, the miners should observe the scientific ways of sampling and takes them to the Geological Survey of Tanzania (GST) as it will give them a clear picture of the resources in their work areas.
The minister gave the sentiments here yesterday during the launching of the guidelines of sampling of analyses and metallurgical sample formulated by the GST as they engage the miners to get the desired goals.
“You must believe that geology and mining is a science and not otherwise, you should opt for scientific measures if you are to prosper and sand samples for testing is among the items you should prioritize” he insisted
He said GST has been directed to expand its services and avail them closer to the community thus they have opened up laboratory in regions which are potential in minerals.
The move, he said, would give a relief to the miners who had to travel to Dodoma to bring their samples in their nearest zones and get the results online, thus less expense and fasts process.
He said miners should ensure they utilize to the fullest the existence of GST for their increased productivity thus improved socio-economic welfare.
Minister Biteko used the platform to instruct GST to offer commercial services as that much as they offer the best but also generate revenue that will improve their operations for the better.
Earlier Deputy Minister, Prof Shukrani Manya insisted on GST to train the miners on the need to collect locally on sight soil “insitu” rather than transported soil as they might have impact on their investment strategies.
He commended for GST for changing their outfit as they are now more interactive by engaging with the miners and thus researches should be geared at ensuring that they benefit from the resources.
metallurgical sample for increased productivity.
