West Africa: gold rush reshapes the mining market [Business Africa] 13/08 - 16:21 Soaring gold prices are reshaping the investment landscape across West Africa. In the first quarter of 2026, global demand reached 1,231 tonnes, representing a record $193 billion market — up 74% year-on-year. Against this backdrop, mining companies are looking beyond the quality of gold deposits. Regulatory stability, taxation and infrastructure are increasingly important factors in investment d...
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