Côte d’Ivoire Gold Production Set to Reach Record in 2025

BREAKING NEWSMarch 6, 2025 at 9:58 AM UTC

TLDR

Côte d’Ivoire is on track for a record year in gold production in 2025, driven by the Lafigué mine
Production is forecast to rise from 58 tonnes in 2024 to 62 tonnes in 2025
The mine is part of Côte d’Ivoire’s long-term strategy to diversify revenue sources beyond agriculture

Côte d’Ivoire is on track for a record year in gold production in 2025, driven by the Lafigué mine, which began operations in October 2024. Endeavour Mining's mine is expected to significantly boost the country's mining output, shifting focus from its traditional reliance on cocoa exports.

According to Jean-Claude Diplo, former president of the Ivory Coast Gold Mine Producers Association (GPMCI), gold production is forecast to rise from 58 tonnes in 2024 to 62 tonnes in 2025. If investments in new mining projects continue, production could increase further.

The Lafigué mine, located 500 kilometers north of Abidjan, is expected to produce between 180,000 and 210,000 ounces of gold in 2025. The mine is part of Côte d’Ivoire’s long-term strategy to diversify revenue sources beyond agriculture and attract international mining companies.

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Key Takeaways

The expansion of Côte d’Ivoire’s gold industry places the country in direct competition with Mali, Burkina Faso, and Ghana, the leading gold producers in West Africa. If current growth continues, Côte d’Ivoire could rival Ghana’s production by 2030, according to industry experts. The country’s favorable investment climate has drawn global mining firms like Barrick Gold, Perseus Mining, and Roxgold, strengthening its position as a growing hub for gold extraction. With untapped gold reserves and strategic investments, Côte d’Ivoire is set to become a key player in Africa’s mining sector.

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