Mali Creates State Company to Manage Mining Stakes

Mali will launch Sopamim, a government-controlled entity designed to consolidate the nation’s ownership interests across its mining sector, officials announced Friday. The West African nation has steadily tightened its grip on mineral extraction over the past three years. Authorities overhauled industry regulations in 2023, mandating that the state hold at least 35% of mining projects […] The post Mali Creates State Company to Manage Mining Stakes appeared first on the deep dive.