Mining - On-going activities

 The mining of Tabaka soapstone in Kisii County is an important economic activity in the county since it provides over seven thousand people with incomes. This mineral is mainly used in the making of carvings which are sold locally and abroad. The traders need to be encouraged to form cooperative societies to assist in marketing the artworks to protect them from middle men who are exploitative.

 Mining potentials

The soapstone mining has enormous potential for development in the manufacture of tiles and chalk. Another mining potential in the county is granite which  is found in Bonchari, Bogiakumu area in Kisii County. The granite can be taken to Athi River for processing of tiles. The small market for this mineral and its unorganized marketing channels are inhibiting its full exploitation.