Najib Balala, a jubilee government principal, was then appointed as the first Cabinet Secretary to head the newly formed ministry.

In 2016, the Mining Act was enacted, introducing what was considered by industry stakeholders a modern legislation to spur the sectors growth.

Even with the new legislation, Kenya's Mining sector remains largely under explored with players citing various challenges including lack of adequate government support.

In 2019, for instance, the government issued a moratorium restricting the processing and issuance of licenses and renewal applications saying it was aimed at streamlining the sector and map out minerals and take an audit of existing permits and licences.

President William Ruto has cited that his government is committed to support the development of the country's mining sector and create a conducive environment for investors.