Minerals Commission halts online mineral rights applications until June

The Minerals Commission has announced a temporary suspension of all online mineral rights applications, with the directive expected to remain in effect until June 2026.

In a statement, the Commission explained that the decision forms part of ongoing efforts to review and enhance the application system, ensuring greater efficiency, transparency, and accountability in the allocation of mineral rights across the country.

The suspension affects all prospective applicants seeking mining licenses and related permits through the Commission’s digital platform. Authorities noted that the move is necessary to address operational challenges and improve regulatory oversight within the sector.

While the online system remains inactive, the Commission has urged stakeholders and interested parties to remain patient as technical and administrative upgrades are undertaken.

The Minerals Commission emphasized that the temporary halt will not affect existing licenses or ongoing mining operations, which are expected to continue as scheduled.

The Commission reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring a more robust and transparent framework for mineral resource management, adding that updates will be communicated to the public once the system is ready to resume operations in June.