"Although there has been a temporary stalemate, the imminent lifting of sanctions and the clarification of the new mining code will signal that Mali is open for business."
"We are excited about the opportunities in the industry, but we also recognize the need to address challenges such as the skilled labor shortage and attracting new talent to mining."
"Despite recent security challenges, Burkina Faso has a strong track record of opening an average of 1.2 new mines annually since 2010. We expect this trend to continue."