Mining in Rwanda

Mining in Rwanda

Mining in Rwanda consists of minerals such as tantalum and tungsten. Rwandan tantalum consisted of approximately 5% of the global market in 2010, while tungsten from the country accounted for approximately 4% of the world market. It consisted of 30% of Rwandan total exports in 2010 as well, totaling approximately US$60 million.[1]

References

  1. ^ Rwanda Sees Increased Mining Investments After Ban in Congo, Minister Says Bloomberg.com, 13 December 2010
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