Africa is home to some of the world’s largest and most prominent gold mining companies, both multinational corporations and local operators. Below is a list of key gold mining companies active in Africa:
Major International Gold Mining Companies in Africa
1. Barrick Gold (Canada)
– Operates the Kibali Gold Mine (DRC) in partnership with AngloGold Ashanti.
– Formerly owned Acacia Mining (Tanzania), now under Twiga Minerals (joint venture with Tanzania govt).
2. AngloGold Ashanti (South Africa)
– Major operations: Obuasi & Iduapriem Mines (Ghana), Siguiri Mine (Guinea), Kibali Mine (DRC, joint venture).
3. Gold Fields (South Africa)
– Key mines: South Deep (South Africa), Tarkwa & Damang Mines (Ghana).
4. Newmont Corporation (USA)
– Operates the Ahafo & Akyem Mines (Ghana).
– Recently acquired Newcrest Mining, expanding African presence.
5. Kinross Gold (Canada)
– Operates the Tasiast Mine (Mauritania).
6. Endeavour Mining (UK/France, listed in Canada)
– Major mines: Houndé, Ity, Sabodala-Massawa, Mana (Burkina Faso, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal).
7. Nordgold (Russia)
– Operates mines in Burkina Faso (Bissa, Bouly) and Guinea (Lefa).
8. Harmony Gold (South Africa)
– Largest producer in South Africa with operations like Mponeng.
9. Resolute Mining (Australia)
– Operates the Syama Mine (Mali).
10. Allied Gold Corp. (Canada/Australia)
– R
the Bonikro & Agbaou Mines (Côte d’Ivoire).
Key African-Based Gold Miners
1. MNG Gold – Operates in Liberia.
2. Perseus Mining – Active in Ghana (Edikan) and Côte d’Ivo
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