Latest West Africa Mining News

Enegex Limited has launched power auger drilling and trenching programs on its key permits in Côte d’Ivoire, following promising gold-in-soil anomalies and historical data. Four permit applications have also been approved, setting the stage for aircore drilling in early 2026.

Asara Resources reports encouraging results from 11 new drill holes at its Massan deposit in Guinea, validating its geological model and revealing promising extensions of gold mineralisation both near surface and at depth.

Turaco Gold reports robust drilling results at its flagship Afema Project, confirming broad, consistent gold mineralisation at Woulo Woulo and revealing high-grade potential at the nearby Herman prospect.

Santa Fe Minerals has struck a binding deal to acquire an 80% stake in four gold projects in Côte d’Ivoire, backed by a $6 million placement. The acquisition expands its footprint in West Africa’s prolific gold belt, offering a robust pipeline from early-stage prospects to drill-ready targets.

Enegex Limited has completed its acquisition of Famien Resources and appointed Paul Roberts as Managing Director, signaling a strategic shift aimed at accelerating gold exploration efforts.

Robex Resources has completed Phase 1 grade control drilling at the Sabali South deposit within its Kiniero Gold Project, revealing stronger mineralisation and higher contained gold ounces than previous models. The company remains on track for first gold production in Q4 2025.

Aurum Resources has reported exceptional high-grade gold intercepts from its Boundiali project in Côte d’Ivoire, including a standout 3.10m at 70.78 g/t Au. The company is ramping up drilling efforts with 12 rigs and targets major resource upgrades and a Pre-Feasibility Study in early 2026.

Resolute Mining has announced an initial Mineral Resource Estimate at its La Debo Project in Côte d’Ivoire, revealing 643,000 ounces of contained gold, 60% higher than previous figures. This milestone underscores the company's growing footprint in West Africa and sets the stage for further exploration and development.

Enegex Limited has completed its acquisition of Famien Resources, adding a substantial gold exploration portfolio in Côte D’Ivoire, alongside a $5 million capital raise to support its growth ambitions.

African Gold Limited has exercised its option to acquire an 80% interest in Kouroufaba Gold Limited, significantly expanding its exploration portfolio across 1,428 square kilometres in Côte d’Ivoire’s Birimian greenstone belts.

Aurum Resources reports strong high-grade gold intercepts from its extensive drilling program at the Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d’Ivoire, boosting resource confidence ahead of major updates in early 2026.

Atlantic Lithium has finalized revised fiscal terms with the Ghanaian government for its Ewoyaa Lithium Project and awaits parliamentary ratification, while reporting strong exploration results in Côte d’Ivoire and securing significant funding agreements.