Bhubaneswar-based CSM Technologies deploys royalty management system for Kenyan mineral sector
Bhubaneswar-based CSM Technologies has deployed a digital Royalty Management System for the Kenyan government to streamline mineral revenue collection. The platform aims to increase transparency and efficiency in distributing mining royalties among national and local stakeholders.
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The CSM Technologies Limited, a Bhubaneswar-based technology company providing solutions in the governance sector, said it developed and deployed Kenya’s Royalty Management System (RMS) for its State Department for Mining, Government.
“Implemented through CSM Tech Limited, the company’s wholly owned Kenyan subsidiary, the platform went live on September 28 and now serves as the official nationwide digital channel for declaration, assessment, payment and monitoring of mineral royalties,” said Priyadarshi Pany, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of, CSM Technologies Limited.
According to the company, the deployment comes at a significant time for Kenya’s mining sector, as the country’s mining and quarrying sector grew 14.9% in 2025, following a 7.8% contraction in 2024.
“Separately, the State Department for Mining reported that Kenya’s mineral exports were valued at approximately US$220 million in 2024-25, generating KSh 991.3 million in royalties,” it said.
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