Barrick halts operations in Mali after $245m in gold seized

The temporary suspension comes after the military-led government seized gold stocks from the Loulo-Gounkoto complex over the weekend.

Cecilia Jamasmie | January 14, 2025 | 3:35 am

Barrick Gold says it will be obliged to temporarily suspend operations at Mali mines

The seizure of the gold meant it was no longer covered by Barrick's insurance, the company said.

Reuters | January 13, 2025 | 1:35 pm

South Africa starts rescuing illegal gold miners trapped for months

Civil rights groups say at least 100 people have died from starvation since October when the authorities sealed off shafts at the Buffelsfontein gold mine.

Bloomberg News | January 13, 2025 | 9:03 am

Mali starts seizing gold stocks at Barrick site, company memo says

Barrick's Loulo-Gounkoto site has around four tonnes of gold stocked.

Reuters | January 13, 2025 | 3:00 am

Mali to get $1.2 billion from miners after talks

Mali’s military leadership has taken a harsh stance against international miners with an extensive overhaul of the sector in recent years.

Bloomberg News | January 11, 2025 | 8:27 pm

JV Video: Geopolitical tensions elevate mining’s strategic role, EY expert says

Theo Yameogo, EY’s metals and mining leader for North America, notes how mineral security has become a key focus for nations facing increasing trade disputes.

Northern Miner Staff | January 9, 2025 | 12:58 pm