The Ramula-Mwibona region in Siaya and Vihiga counties are at a critical juncture as Shanta Gold Kenya Ltd seeks a mining license for large-scale gold extraction. Historically dominated by artisanal mining, the area now confronts the environmental, social, and human rights implications of open-pit mining. This policy brief distills findings from a multi-stakeholder assessment conducted by Twajibike, highlighting key concerns and proposing actionable recommendations for government, corporate actors and civil society.