Africa’s mining sector is at a crossroads as governments intensify efforts to reclaim greater control over their mineral wealth. The escalating dispute between Mali’s junta and Barrick Gold highlights the rising tide of resource nationalism across the continent, challenging foreign investors with new regulations, tax demands, and operational risks. This article explores how global mining firms are adapting to these shifts, navigating regulatory landscapes, and balancing economic opportunity with heightened political uncertainty. As Africa’s mineral reserves remain critical to global markets, the stakes have never been higher.
