Zijin Mining Group expands gold operations in Guyana and Ghana

Zijin Mining Group is expanding its international gold mining footprint through significant operations in Guyana and Ghana.

In Guyana, Zijin’s subsidiary, AGM Inc., operates the Aurora Gold Mine. The company reported revenue of US$334 million for the first half of 2026. The mine, located in Region Seven, is transitioning toward underground mining and integrating renewable energy. AGM Inc. stated the project aims to convert mineral resources into economic and social value through local talent development and infrastructure expansion.

In Ghana, Zijin Golden Ridge Limited (ZGRL), which operates the Akyem Gold Mine, has pledged continued support for the country’s investment agenda. Partnering with the Ghana Investment Promotion Authority, ZGRL highlighted its economic impact, noting it generated over GH¢7 billion in direct economic value in 2025. This included GH¢1.41 billion in taxes and royalties, and GH¢4.19 billion spent on local suppliers and service providers.