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Zawya
23-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
West African Chambers of Mines to Advance Regional Mining Collaboration at Mining in Motion (MIM) 2025
The upcoming Mining in Motion (MIM) 2025 Summit – taking place from June 2-4 in Accra, Ghana – will feature the participation of Adama Soro, Chairman of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Federation of Chambers of Mines (EFEDCOM). Soro will participate in a panel session alongside representatives from the World Gold Council, Newmont Africa, AngloGold Ashanti and the Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners. The Fostering Synergies Between Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners: Maximizing Gold Value Through Collaboration session will explore how partnerships between small- and large-scale miners can boost Ghana and West Africa's gold industry through strategic collaboration. In Ghana, major international firms such as AngloGold Ashanti, Newmont Africa, Gold Fields and Galiano Gold are increasing investments ( in the country's gold sector. Cardinal Resources is developing the 358,000-ounce-per-annum Cardinal Namdini Mine, set to launch by mid-2025, while Newmont is advancing the expansion of its Ahafo Mine. Ghana has maintained its position as Africa's largest gold producer – and sixth-largest globally – while Burkina Faso and Mali rank among Africa's other leading producers. EFEDCOM's participation at MIM 2025 will highlight current partnership opportunities across West Africa and among small- and large-scale miners to drive regional mining sector development. EFEDCOM will also take part in exclusive networking sessions focused on identifying effective strategies for Ghana to address industry challenges and unlock new growth through collaboration and innovation. As a consortium that brings together mining chambers and companies from across the ECOWAS regional mining value chain, EFEDCOM plays a key role in advancing regional market integration to optimize resource use and boost GDP. The organization advocates for investor-friendly policies and sustainable mining practices that reinforce Ghana and West Africa's position as leading global destinations for mining investment. Organized by the Ashanti Green Initiative, in partnership with the World Bank, the World Gold Council and other international stakeholders, the MIM 2025 Summit will convene top-tier decision-makers, including H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, along with representatives from the African Union and the United Nations. Held at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, the summit will take place under the theme Sustainable Mining&Local Growth – Leveraging Resources for Global Impact. Stay informed about the latest advancements, network with industry leaders, and engage in critical discussions on key issues impacting small-scale miners and medium to large scale mining in Ghana. Secure your spot at the Mining in Motion 2025 Summit by visiting For sponsorship opportunities or delegate participation, contact sales@
The Guardian
11-04-2025
- Entertainment
- The Guardian
Salif Keita: So Kono review – the Golden Voice still has it
Since the release of his international breakthrough Soro in 1987, the Malian singer-songwriter Salif Keita, possessed of a sweetly soulful tone, has been affectionately known as the 'Golden Voice of Africa'. His genre-spanning work has featured collaborations with psychedelic guitarist Santana, jazz saxophonist Wayne Shorter and Jamaican singer Buju Banton. On So Kono, his first album in seven years, Keita returns with an unusually sparse sound featuring guitar, ngoni, calabash, tama and cello. The joy of the record lies in Keita's mature voice, huskier now at 75 and settling into a lower, rumbling register that contrasts with his falsetto. On Aboubakrin and Tassi, he sings over simple, looped ngoni refrains, his raw vocals carrying poignant emotion. While the percussive layering on Soundiata is somewhat jarring, there are many moments of stripped-back beauty. Kanté Manfila finds Keita veering from gravelly whispers to yearning yelps, while highlight Proud showcases his incredibly nimble delivery, weaving through the string melody to reach a soaring climax and proving that the Golden Voice is still full of power.
