BARRICK Gold Corporation has called on the Mali authorities to finalise a long-negotiated gold mining agreement that remains unsigned, warning of mounting economic damage and a worsening humanitarian toll. The Canadian-based miner confirmed it has consistently negotiated in good faith, yet escalating actions from Malian authorities have stalled progress and put its operations—and workers—at risk. In a statement this … Read more
BARRICK Gold Corporation has announced significant new gold discoveries close to Kibali, Africa’s largest gold mine, located in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). These discoveries, within trucking distance of the processing plant, are set to extend the mine’s life and enhance future output, according to Barrick President and CEO Mark Bristow. The newly defined ARK target, … Read more
IN a strategic move to ensure a positive legacy post-mine closure, Barrick Gold Corporation has inaugurated its state-of-the-art training academy at the old Buzwagi mine. This initiative is part of Barrick’s commitment to sustainable development and community empowerment beyond the lifespan of its mining operations. The newly unveiled Barrick Academy is tailored to provide comprehensive training programmes … Read more