Gold mining in Kakamega
Gold mining in Kakamega has a long history. The county lies on the same Lake Victoria greenstone belt as Migori, and gold was mined here in the colonial era, including at the historic Rosterman mine near Kakamega town. Today artisanal miners work shafts across Ikolomani and Shinyalu, and the belt has attracted company exploration.
Aurelot does not list Kakamega plots yet. Our verified listings are in Migori, West Pokot and Turkana, and you can set an alert below for new plots.
Kakamega gold at a glance
- County
- Kakamega
- Main deposit types
- Quartz veins and reefs in greenstone
- Known gold areas
- Ikolomani and Shinyalu, and the historic Rosterman mine area
- Typical stage
- Artisanal mining and company exploration
- Infrastructure
- Good: close to Kakamega town and paved roads
- Common land tenure
- Small freehold farms
- Key risk
- Small, subdivided plots and existing artisanal miners
What to check before buying gold land in Kakamega
Farms in Kakamega are small and often subdivided among family members, so confirm every registered owner signs and that the land control board consents where required. Mining needs a mineral right separate from the land title, and plots near larger exploration projects may already be covered by a company licence.
Frequently asked questions
Is there still gold in Kakamega?
Yes. Artisanal miners still produce gold in Ikolomani and Shinyalu, and the greenstone belt has attracted company exploration. How much is economic on any one plot can only be shown by sampling and lab assays.
Can I buy Kakamega gold plots on Aurelot?
Not yet. Current listings are in Migori, West Pokot and Turkana. Set an alert to hear about new verified plots as they go live.
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Read next: where gold is found in Kenya and how we verify gold plots. This page is general background, not investment advice.