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Illegal gold mining surges in Africa as gangs exploit abandoned shafts

Illegal gold mining in Africa spiked in August 2025 as record prices and cartel activity fuelled a surge in illicit operations.

Illegal gold mining surges in Africa as gangs exploit abandoned shafts

Illegal gold mining in Africa spiked in August 2025 as record prices and cartel activity fuelled a surge in illicit operations.

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