RESOURCES

July 11, 2025

Côte d'Ivoire Moves to Formalize Its Vast Informal Gold Mining Sector

Facing significant losses from illicit gold trade and seeking to formalize a vital, yet often dangerous sector, Côte d'Ivoire has joined forces with the World Bank and the World Gold Council in an ambitious partnership to transform its small-scale mining. The agreement signed today seeks to improve safety and transparency in an industry that supports half a million livelihoods but has long struggled with poor regulation, environmental harm, and widespread smuggling.

Press Release in French

July 1, 2025

Leveraging Zambia’s Energy Transition Minerals: Roadmap for Economic Transformation

Zambia's economy grew by 4% in 2024, displaying resilience despite experiencing a historic drought and frequent power outages. According to the latest edition of the Zambia Economic Update (ZEU) launched by the World Bank Group (WBG) today, titled:  Leveraging Energy Transition Minerals for Economic Transformation, this growth is driven by a strong recovery in the mining sector and expansion in services.

March 27, 2025

Mauritania Advances Energy Security with World Bank Support

The World Bank approved the Mauritania Development of Energy Resources and Mineral Sector Support Project (DREAM Project) to advance the country's energy security. This initiative focuses on developing green hydrogen, expanding energy storage, and implementing key mining sector reforms. Ibou Diouf, World Bank Country Manager for Mauritania, emphasized that the project represents a transformative step toward resilient economic growth, job creation, and long-term energy stability.