Mining

The Mona Gema Mine sits among the diamond-bearing landscapes of southern Africa and has come to represent a distinct chapter in Angola’s mineral story. This article examines where the mine is located, the types of material extracted there, the operation’s broader economic footprint, and several noteworthy aspects that make Mona Gema an interesting case study […]

The Akjoujt mine sits as one of the better-known mineral localities in western Africa, located in the country of Akjoujt’s region of interest within Mauritania. This site has drawn attention for its base-metal mineralization, most notably copper, and for the role it has played in regional mining development. The following article examines where the mine

The following article explores the significance, history and workings of the iron deposit and mining complex near Zouerate in northern Mauritania. It describes where the mine is located, what minerals are extracted, how operations are organized, and why the site has been pivotal for the country’s development. The text also highlights several intriguing and lesser-known

The Guelb Moghrein operation is one of Mauritania’s best-known mineral projects — a combined copper‑gold deposit that has served as an important node in the country’s growing mining sector. Located in the western part of the country, the site illustrates how a single modern mine can influence local infrastructure, national export earnings and the regional

The Tasiast mine is one of the most prominent mineral projects in West Africa. Located in the sparsely populated, arid regions of northwestern Mauritania, it has grown from an exploration camp into a large-scale open-pit operation that shapes local economies, national export profiles and regional infrastructure. This article explores where the mine is located, what

The Sadiola gold operation is one of West Africa’s best-known mining sites, combining a long operational history with a complex social and environmental footprint. Located in the western part of the country, the mine has been an important source of foreign exchange, employment and regional infrastructure development. This article examines the mine’s location and geology,

The Loulo-Gounkoto mining complex in western Mali is one of West Africa’s most important gold-producing operations. Located within the prolific West African gold belt, the complex combines multiple open-pit and underground operations and has been a major contributor to Mali’s mining sector for years. This article examines where the complex sits geographically and geologically, what

The Morila mine is one of West Africa’s better-known gold operations, located in the southern part of the country of Morila sits within the broader mineral-rich region of southern Mali. This article explores where the deposit is found, what is extracted there, its economic importance to the country and local area, and a number of

The Syama Mine stands as one of the most prominent mining operations in West Africa, blending modern engineering with deep local roots. Located in southern Mali, this complex is a focal point for the country’s mineral sector and a significant source of foreign revenue. The mine’s story spans discovery, technical innovation, and sustained interaction with

The Benga coal mine sits within one of Africa’s most talked-about coal provinces, combining significant mineral wealth with complex economic, social and environmental dynamics. Located in the heart of northern Mozambique’s mining belt, the site has attracted international attention for its sizable reserves, logistical challenges and the role it plays in regional development. This article