Latest Burkina Faso News

Orezone Gold Corporation has successfully completed commissioning of its Bomboré hard rock expansion, achieving first gold production and setting the stage for a significant increase in output next year.

West African Resources reports significant diamond drilling results beneath the M5 North open-pit at Sanbrado, revealing high-grade gold mineralisation and potential to extend mine life beyond current reserves.

Orezone Gold Corporation reports strong confirmatory drilling results from the P17 Zone at Bomboré, underpinning resource models ahead of the stage 1 hard rock plant commissioning. The new plant is set to boost 2026 gold production by 45%.

West African Resources Limited has resumed trading on the ASX following a government request to acquire an additional 35% stake in its Kiaka subsidiary, signaling a notable shift in ownership dynamics.

West African Resources is advancing negotiations with the Burkina Faso Government over equity interests in its Kiaka gold project, proposing alternatives to direct government ownership to boost national benefits without diluting shareholder value.

Sarama Resources has raised A$2.7 million to fund exploration at its Australian gold projects while progressing a significant arbitration claim against Burkina Faso for expropriation of its African permit.

Sarama Resources Ltd reported a $1.9 million loss for the first nine months of 2025 while securing A$2.7 million in equity funding and advancing a $242 million arbitration claim against Burkina Faso over mining permit expropriation.

Orezone Gold Corporation reports solid Q3-2025 results from its Bomboré Gold Mine, progressing its Stage 1 hard rock expansion on schedule while revising cost guidance higher due to external pressures.

Orezone Gold Corporation reported solid Q3 and nine-month 2025 results from its Bomboré gold mine, with production slightly down but revenue boosted by higher gold prices. The company’s hard rock expansion is on track for first gold in December 2025, supporting its 2025 production guidance.

Orezone Gold Corporation reported solid revenue growth and net earnings for Q3 2025, underpinned by progress at its Bomboré gold mine and strategic financing moves. The company also navigated a key ownership change with the Burkina Faso government increasing its stake.

Orezone Gold Corporation reported solid Q3 2025 results with strong liquidity and on-track hard rock expansion, setting the stage for a significant production boost in 2026.

Sarama Resources has formally filed a US$242 million damages claim against Burkina Faso following the expropriation of its Tankoro 2 Exploration Permit, marking a pivotal step in its international arbitration process.