RESOURCES

December 5, 2025

Critical minerals: $500 billion in investment needed by 2040 (World Bank)

The World Bank estimates that more than $500 billion in investment will be needed by 2040 to meet growing global demand for critical minerals essential to clean energy technologies. Without stronger investment, financing mechanisms, and partnerships, supply risks will increase, potentially slowing the energy transition and limiting development opportunities for mineral-rich countries.

Press Release in French

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.