Latest West Africa News

Resolute Mining has outlined its 2026 production guidance targeting up to 275,000 ounces of gold and revealed ambitious plans to more than double output by 2028 through key African project expansions.

Aurum Resources has announced a significant 49% increase in Indicated Mineral Resources at its Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire, lifting the total resource to 3.03 million ounces and setting the stage for a pivotal Pre-Feasibility Study.

Asara Resources reports a significant 54m intercept at 2.3 g/t gold from its Massan deposit in Guinea, confirming a high-grade northeast structural extension and expanding the inferred resource footprint.

Perseus Mining reported a 5% revenue increase to US$608.5 million for the half-year ended December 2025, despite an 8% drop in net profit and a 26% decline in gold production. The company declared a steady interim dividend and outlined ongoing operational challenges and corporate restructuring.

Codan Limited has reported a robust half-year performance for FY26, with revenue climbing 29% and net profit after tax jumping 55%, underpinned by strong demand in communications and metal detection sectors. The company also announced a 56% increase in its interim dividend, signalling confidence in sustained growth.

Toubani Resources has delineated 1.6km of new oxide gold mineralisation at its Kobada South area near the process plant, with high-grade drill results expected to boost the upcoming Mineral Resource Estimate update.

Aurum Resources has reported significant strike and depth extensions at its Boundiali Gold Project in Côte d'Ivoire, reinforcing its resource growth potential ahead of a key resource update and feasibility study.

Robex Resources has officially reached commercial production at its Kiniero Gold Project in Guinea, marked by a significant first shipment of over 6,300 ounces of gold. This milestone sets the stage for the company’s strategic growth and upcoming merger plans.

Aurum Resources is rapidly advancing its West African gold projects, boasting a 3.28 million ounce resource and aiming for 450,000 ounces annual production within five years. The company leverages a unique owner-operated drilling fleet and a central processing hub to accelerate growth.

DeSoto Resources has confirmed high-grade gold mineralisation in maiden drilling at its expansive Siguiri Basin projects in Guinea, backed by a strong treasury and a US$12.5 million funded alliance with Fortuna Mining.

Skylark Minerals has sharpened its focus on gold exploration in Côte d’Ivoire, unveiling a robust 2026 drilling program at its flagship Zaranou Project. The company aims to expand its mineral resource and accelerate development in a Tier One West African jurisdiction.

Enegex Limited has acquired a vast 3,700 km² gold exploration portfolio in Côte d’Ivoire, led by seasoned explorer Paul Roberts, setting the stage for a major push in West Africa’s prolific Birimian Belt.