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Senegal Launches National Gold Trading Centre to Curb Smuggling

Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has ordered the creation of a National Gold Trading Centre, a major step aimed at tightening state oversight of the country’s gold industry and stopping…

Africa News Now November 13, 2025

ANN West Africa

Mali Cancels Over 90 Mining Permits Amid Push for Tighter Resource Control

Mali’s military-led government has revoked more than 90 mining exploration permits, including several held by foreign companies, citing widespread failure to comply with the country’s updated mining regulations. The cancellations,…

Africa News Now October 30, 2025

ANN Central Africa

Angola Makes Bold Move to Acquire Majority Stake in De Beers

Angola has formally entered the race to acquire an 85% stake in diamond giant De Beers, a move that could reshape the global diamond industry and shift economic influence in…

Africa News Now October 28, 2025