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AGC pushes artisanal mining agenda at IMF-World Bank meetings

The Artisanal Gold Council (AGC) is participating in the 2026 Spring Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group in Washington, D.C. Now in its second day, the Council’s delegation—led by Executive Director Roger Tissot and Sahel Regional Manager Saidou Kabré—is engaging with partners, policymakers, and civil society organisations on the …

Tullow Oil appoints four independent non-executive directors

Tullow Oil plc has announced the appointment of four Independent Non-Executive Directors (INEDs) to its Board as part of efforts to strengthen its governance framework and meet requirements linked to its ongoing refinancing transaction. The new appointees are Henry Steel, Garrett Soden, Euan Shirlaw and James Peterkin, all of whom bring extensive experience across investment, …

Heath Goldfields secures $65m financing, signs 700,000oz gold offtake deal with Trafigura

Heath Goldfields Ltd. has signed a major gold offtake agreement and secured debt financing with global commodities trader Trafigura to support the revival of the Bogoso–Prestea Gold Mine in Ghana’s Western Region. Under the agreement, Trafigura will purchase up to 700,000 ounces of gold dore produced from the Bogoso–Prestea operation, providing Heath Goldfields with a …

Nigeria Revenue Service takes over mineral royalty collection

The Nigeria Revenue Service (NRS) has officially assumed responsibility for the collection of mineral royalties from mining sector operators, following reforms introduced under the Nigeria Tax Laws 2025. The Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, however, will continue to provide technical and regulatory oversight of the sector. The new arrangement was agreed during a meeting between …