Ghana Leads Africa’s Gold Production as New Deposits Boost Output

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TLDR

Ghana remains Africa’s top gold producer, with output reaching 135.1 tonnes
Mali follows with 105 tonnes, despite ongoing political and security risks
Africa’s gold sector faces political instability, financial pressure, and environmental concerns

Ghana remains Africa’s top gold producer, with output reaching 135.1 tonnes, supported by mining investments and large-scale industrial operations. Mali follows with 105 tonnes, despite ongoing political and security risks.

South Africa, once the continent’s leader, now ranks third with 104.3 tonnes, as declining reserves and rising costs impact production. Burkina Faso (98.6 tonnes) and Sudan (72.5 tonnes) continue to play a significant role in regional gold mining, despite security and regulatory challenges.

Guinea (64.9 tonnes), Tanzania (52 tonnes), and Côte d'Ivoire (51.5 tonnes) are seeing steady production. Côte d'Ivoire benefits from mining-friendly policies and plans to develop the 155.5-tonne Tanda deposit. Zimbabwe (46.6 tonnes) and the Democratic Republic of Congo (45.4 tonnes) complete the continent’s top 10 gold producers.

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Key Takeaways

Africa’s gold sector faces political instability, financial pressure, and environmental concerns. However, rising global demand keeps gold a key driver of economic growth. New projects, including Côte d'Ivoire’s Tanda deposit, could shift regional production dynamics. The sector remains crucial for foreign investment and export revenues.

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