Mali and Barrick work to finalize gold mine agreement
The Malian government and Barrick Gold are in the process of finalizing an agreement to end their dispute.
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Global gold demand reaches record 4,974 tons in 2024
Record-breaking gold prices combined with high demand pushed total value of demand to all-time high of $382B, latest report shows
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Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger tighten grip on foreign mining operations
Military juntas in West Africa, including Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, are increasing pressure on foreign mining companies, seeking greater control over natural resources and revenue.
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DR Congo frees 14 of 17 Chinese illegal miners
While the government aims to improve the regulation of the mining sector, the decision to release most of the detainees has raised some eyebrows.
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Burkina Faso seizes record gold haul worth $2.3 million
The gold was concealed in their clothing and was being transported to neighboring Togo.
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Resolute mining pays $160m to Mali junta, frees execs
The Malian junta has been accused of using detentions and financial pressure to extort money from foreign mining companies, including Resolute Mining.
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Nigeria neutralizes dangerous bandit kingpin Halilu Sububu
A notorious bandit leader, Halilu Sububu, was killed in a military ambush in Nigeria, marking a significant victory in the fight against criminal gangs.
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Ghana’s gold industry gets a boost with new mines
The Cardinal Namdini mine is expected to produce over 350,000 ounces of gold annually.
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Mali’s gold reserves plummet 17% in two years
Syama mine remains the largest gold reserve in Mali despite a significant decrease in the country’s overall reserves.
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Ancient Egyptian treasure trove found in 63 tombs
A treasure trove of gold, jewelry, and other ancient relics has been unearthed in Egypt.
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