Exploration / Monitoring and Evaluation
The Directorate carries out the following functions:
- Plan and establish major monitoring and evaluation objectives, priorities, and activities;
- Analyse and interpret data collected for policy formulation;
- Process applications for the granting of exemptions for the mining companies;
- Determine whether the various Mining Companies are keeping to terms of agreements governing their operations;
- Develop and implement systems for monitoring and evaluation of various services within the mineral industry;
- Develop database for monitoring and evaluation indicators;
- Ensure educational drive to discuss and inform on standards, guidelines and innovations.
Exploration
- Monitor and Evaluate the Operations of Exploration and Mining Companies in respect of: Manpower; Technical; Environment; and Economic Development
- Review of Technical Reports received by the Commission
- Review of Terminal Reports on Reconnaissance and Prospecting Licenses submitted by Exploration and Mining Companies and make recommendations to Management
- Review monthly, quarterly annual returns from Exploration Companies and Operating Mines and issue review comments on submitted reports
- Prepare and submit technical and Periodic reports
- Conduct Geological Investigations on block out areas
- Prepare and submit technical reports.