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Taxes · MaliMARK Bristow describes the impasse with Mali’s government over its allegations of unpaid taxes as the most stressful situation he’s had to manage. That’s saying something. Bristow’s African mining career spans more than 31 years, starting with Randgold & Exploration in 1994 and culminating in the 2019 merger of Randgold Resources with Barrick Mining Corp, the Canadian firm he intends to run until 2028, when he plans to retire. At the time of wri…See the Story
Barrick's Bristow Calls Mali Dispute "Biggest Challenge"

Cape Town · Cape TownAs global demand for minerals grows, Africa – boasting 30% of the world’s critical minerals – has become a key market for mining investors and project developers. A new report released by global consultancy dss+ identifies six global trends reshaping Africa’s mining sector. The report comes ahead of the upcoming African Mining Week (AMW) conference – scheduled for October 1–3, 2025 in Cape Town. The event will unpack recent macro-trends, with a …Read Article