Endeavour Mining Plc and Lilium Mining have resolved their legal dispute concerning the sale of two gold mines in Africa, with both parties agreeing to transfer the assets to the Burkina Faso government. The conflict began after Lilium acquired the Wahgnion and Boungou projects in Burkina Faso in June of the previous year, according to Bloomberg. Endeavour had accused Lilium of failing to meet payment obligations exceeding $100 million. In response, Lilium alleged that Endeavour,
The collapse of a gold mine in Sudan’s South Darfur state, following torrential rains, has resulted in 15 fatalities, according to civil resistance committees in the region, as reported by Efe agency. The informal citizen network, which tracks casualties from the ongoing conflict between the army and paramilitary forces, stated that the collapse of six wells in the Al Bouta area led to the deaths of the miners, most of whom were from the town
The Royal Ghana Gold Refinery, which will process 400 kilograms of gold daily, primarily sources raw materials from artisanal and small-scale mines. These mines contribute about one-third of Ghana’s annual gold output of roughly 4 million ounces, according to Bloomberg. Bank of Ghana Governor Ernest Addison stated that the refinery will play a crucial role in curbing gold smuggling, a persistent issue in the country, by providing a ready market for artisanal and small-scale miners.
B2Gold, a Canada-based precious metals miner, has revised its 2024 production guidance downwards due to lower-than-expected output from its Fekola mine in Mali. The company now forecasts total production between 800,000 and 870,000 ounces for the year, including 20,000 ounces from the recently sold Calibre Mining. This is a reduction from the previous range of 860,000 to 940,000 ounces, which had included 40,000 to 50,000 ounces from Calibre before its sale in June. The drop
Angola is currently undertaking 38 gold prospecting projects worth $120 million and is developing a refinery expected to be operational by 2025, according to the Minister of Mineral Resources, Oil, and Gas. The announcement was made during the 1st edition of “Conversations without Makas,” an event promoted by economist Carlos Rosado de Carvalho. “We are building a gold refinery in Luanda. Production is still very small, but the potential is great in several provinces,” the
Gold prices surged on Monday, reaching a peak for the seventh consecutive session. This rise is driven by expectations of interest rate cuts in the United States and increased gold accumulation by China. An ounce of gold (approximately 31.1 grams) reached $2,355 in recent trading. For delivery in August, the price of gold on the international market increased on Friday, closing up 1.17 percent at $2,381 per ounce. Gold in Angola According to recent data
Angola is set to significantly boost its revenue streams with the commencement of production at the Lombe Mining and Mapele gold exploration projects in Cabinda and Huíla provinces this semester. These projects recently received prospecting approvals from the National Agency for Mineral Resources (ANRM). According to the ANRM’s report, a subsidiary of the Ministry of Mineral Resources, Oil and Gas, four new exploration projects for ferrous and non-ferrous metals are expected to enter production by
The Council of Ministers of Côte d’Ivoire has awarded a mining permit for the Koné project to Montage Gold Corp, marking a significant step forward for the company in the region. Montage received mining permits covering a total area of 357 sq km for both its Koné and Gbongogo deposits, valid for 20 years and 8 years respectively. These permits include several advanced high-grade exploration targets, offering opportunities to extend the mine’s life through successful
Africa is home to vast and abundant reserves of natural resources, with resources ranging from black gold popularly known as oil to large reserves of cobalt, found all across the mineral-rich lands of the Congo. Africa is home to nearly all valuable minerals that are essential to generating wealth, producing commodities, and advancing technology. Several African nations have prospered because of their mineral resources, some more so than others. Africa is home to approximately 30%
Natural resources abound in Africa, particularly substantial gold deposits, which are vital to the economies of the continent. While there are considerable obstacles such as environmental and administrative concerns, the potential for additional exploration and development remains high, making gold an important part of Africa’s economic future. African Countries Bolster Gold Reserves Amid Global Uncertainty In recent years, African countries have taken significant steps to strengthen their gold reserves, positioning themselves favorably amidst global economic
