Burkina Faso: More than 20 tonnes of gold collected in the first half of the year thanks to artisanal mining and semi-mechanised operations
The Minister of Energy, Mines, and Quarries of Burkina Faso, Yacouba Zabré Gouba, announced today that over 20 tons of artisanally and semi-mechanized mined gold were collected between January and June 2025. This achievement reflects the successful implementation of ongoing reforms in the extractive sector.
During an evaluation meeting with Prime Minister Rimtalba Jean-Emmanuel Ouédraogo, Minister Gouba highlighted the progress made since the adoption of the new Mining Code and local content regulations in July 2024.
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He confirmed that amendments have been signed with all currently active mining companies to ensure compliance with the updated policies.
On the energy front, the minister reported:
- Continued construction of thermal power plantsnationwide
- Advancing negotiationsfor the national nuclear energy program
- 41,000+ new households connectedto the national power grid as of June 30, 2025
These developments underscore the government’s commitment to strengthening energy independence and maximizing the value of mineral resources, key pillars of the economic development of Burkina Faso and resilience strategy.
The reforms demonstrate Captain Ibrahim Traoré’s administration’s focused approach to transforming natural resource management while expanding critical infrastructure to power the nation’s growth.
Damba KALOU
