【Ghana】With Galamsey Still Ongoing, Who Is Buying the Gold? – Oppong Nkrumah Questions Gov’t
Editor’s NoteThis article highlights a critical question from MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah concerning the illicit gold trade. It underscores the ongoing…
Mining Regulation
【Montepuez, C】Mozambique: Mining Firm Calls for Measures Against Illegal Ruby Miners
Editor’s NoteThis article reports on a renewed call from Montepuez Ruby Mining for stronger action against the illegal ruby trade, following a fatal…
【Pakistan】Govt moves to revive gemstone exports with restoration of key SRO
Editor’s NoteThe government has initiated steps to revive Pakistan’s gemstone and jewellery exports by seeking to restore a key regulatory order, SRO…
【Ghana】The Role of GoldBod in Promoting Sustainable Mining Practices
Editor’s NoteThis article examines Ghana’s new regulatory framework for its gold sector, focusing on the establishment of the Ghana Gold Board to…
【Africa】CLARENCE TSHITEREKE: A Governance Framework for Africa’s Critical Minerals
Editor’s NoteThis article argues for a standardized governance framework to regulate Africa’s trade in critical minerals, emphasizing the need for…
【Global focus】New Report Uncovers Scale of Exploitation of Artisanal Gold Miners to Fund War, Terrorism and Organised Crime
Editor’s NoteThis report, published by Dominic Raab in partnership with the World Gold Council, investigates the severe human rights and…
【Cameroon, Ce】Nearly 5,000 Carats of Diamonds Produced Annually Along Cameroon-CAR Border
Editor’s NoteThis report highlights the persistent challenge of informal diamond trafficking along the Cameroon-CAR border, underscoring how porous…
【Latin Americ】Why Latin America Has Failed to Halt the Advance of Illegal Gold Mining
Editor’s NoteThis report examines the systemic failures enabling organized crime’s grip on Latin America’s illicit gold mining trade, highlighting a…