Côte d’Ivoire gold production has risen sharply as the world’s largest cocoa producer expands mining and seeks to diversify its economy
Côte d’Ivoire expands gold production in push beyond cocoa Read More »
Nigeria has appointed a 10-member panel to investigate the deaths of 37 detainees held after arrests linked to suspected illegal gold mining
Nigeria appoints panel to investigate deaths of 37 detainees Read More »
President Samia Hassan said rescue teams are working urgently to free 25 trapped miners at a gold mine in northwestern Tanzania.
Tanzanian rescue continues after mine buries 25 workers Read More »
Mali is selling gold from a major seized Barrick mine to finance operations as it asserts greater control over its mining resources.
Mali begins gold sales after seizing Barrick mine Read More »
Burkina Faso completes transfer of five gold mining assets to state ownership to boost control.
Burkina Faso finalizes gold mine nationalization Read More »
At least seven people described as “illegal miners” were killed in a shootout with Ghanaian soldiers at the Obuasi gold mine.
Ghana soldiers kill seven during clash with illegal gold miners Read More »
Barrick Gold has threatened to suspend its operations in Mali due to ongoing disputes with the government over a new mining code and the blocking of gold shipments.
Barrick threatens Mali ops over gold block Read More »
The Australian gold miner Resolute is facing significant challenges in Mali, with its CEO and two other employees held captive by the military junta over tax disputes.
Malian junta holds resolute CEO and two others Read More »
The Faleme River, a vital source of water for thousands in Senegal, is facing significant pollution from gold mining.
Senegal halts mining near Mali border to protect river Read More »
Ghana has opened its first commercial gold refinery to increase revenue from the precious metal, create jobs, and curb smuggling.
New gold refinery opens in Ghana to boost economy Read More »
