Conference
- Opening ceremony & keynote addresses by national and county leaders
- High-level panel discussions on governance, investment and responsible ASM
- Policy dialogue on licensing, regulation and sustainable mining
Brought together by a shared commitment to advancing responsible artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) in Kenya, Solidaridad, the Kenya Oil and Gas Working Group (KOGWG), Geomine Consulting Limited, the Mining Engineers Society of Kenya (MESK), the Turkana County Government, the Kenya Chamber of Mines, and the State Department of Mining proudly present the Turkana Gold Summit & Minerals Expo 2026.
The Summit will serve as Turkana County’s premier mining investment, policy, and stakeholder engagement platform, bringing together government leaders, miners, investors, financial institutions, equipment suppliers, development partners, and industry experts to unlock the county’s growing mineral potential.
Positioned as a strategic conference, exhibition, and networking forum, the event aims to position Turkana as a destination for responsible mining investment while promoting sustainable livelihoods, access to finance, modern technology, and stronger governance within the ASM sector.
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Turkana is becoming one of Kenya's most promising mining regions, with growing opportunities in artisanal gold mining and other mineral resources. This summit brings together investors, miners, government, financial institutions, and industry leaders to shape the future of responsible mining in Turkana.
Explore emerging opportunities in Turkana's gold and mineral sector and connect with businesses ready for growth.
Meet banks, SACCOs, impact investors, and financial partners looking to support the mining sector.
See modern mining equipment, processing technologies, and safety solutions that can improve productivity and sustainability.
Join important conversations on licensing, formalization, and building a stronger, more responsible mining industry.
Connect with government leaders, industry experts, development partners, and investors who can help accelerate your goals.
Learn about traceability, fair pricing, and responsible sourcing pathways that can open new markets for Kenyan gold.
The Turkana Gold Summit & Minerals Expo 2026 is designed as a transformative, action-oriented convening to balance productivity with environmental stewardship and forge strategic partnerships across the mining value chain.
A distinguished line-up of speakers will be announced shortly. Stay tuned.
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Key industry leader / representative to be announced soon.
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Key government official / representative to be announced soon.
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Mining association / civil society representative to be announced soon.
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Additional speakers will be announced in the coming weeks.
Align your brand with Kenya's responsible mining agenda. Choose a tier that matches your objectives.
Select the pass that fits your participation level. Group options are available for cooperatives and mining associations.
Registering a bigger team? Register one person first, then buy as many extra passes as you need (Ksh 2,000/person) from your dashboard in a single payment. You don't need everyone's details up front — add each attendee's name and email whenever you're ready, right up to the event.
Guided visits to active artisanal and small-scale gold mining sites in Turkana County. Experience operations firsthand, meet mining communities, and understand the opportunities and challenges on the ground.
The Summit will be hosted at The Cradle Hotel in Lodwar, the administrative capital of Turkana County — placing the conversation at the heart of the region it aims to transform.
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