@addisstandardeng · Post #21461 · 20/02/2026 07:58
News: #Tulu Kappi gold mine officially launched in West #Wollega Zone The gold development project at Tulu Kappi, located in Ganji district of West Wollega, has officially begun operations. On 18 February 2026, Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, alongside Oromia Regional President Shimallis Abdisa, government officials, and project leaders, inaugurated the construction and development work of the site. The project site lies 28 km east of Ayra town and covers approximately eight square kilometers. The project is led by KEFI Minerals, which acquired the site in 2014 from Nyota Minerals, previously engaged in exploration activities. Prior to the official launch, KEFI held consultations with local communities and government officials to agree on resettlement plans and work arrangements. https://addisstandard.com/?p=55257