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Commented by Nico Popp on April 30th, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
Mining in the Grey Zone: Barrick Mining, B2Gold, and the Unique Opportunity at Desert Gold
The search for raw materials is challenging. Companies are increasingly confronted with the reality that high-quality geological deposits are found in regions with high political volatility. The concept of "Mining in the Grey Zone," coined by Amanda van Dyke, founder of the Critical Minerals Hub, aptly describes this phenomenon: these are areas where weak state sovereignty intersects with the need to secure strategic mineral deposits. In her analyses, Van Dyke argues that traditional risk metrics often fail in these zones, as local power structures, informal networks, and on-the-ground presence are more critical to operational security than official national policies in capitals. For investors who bet on companies with expertise in countries like Mali, this can be an opportunity.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on April 29th, 2026 | 07:30 CEST
Gold Production Starting Soon, PEA Covers Only 10% of the Resource—the Rest Is Currently a Free Bonus at Desert Gold Ventures
Mali provides the cash flow, Côte d'Ivoire the potential—that is the simple equation at Desert Gold. While most junior miners are still struggling to secure their next round of financing, the Canadians are already constructing a gravity plant. Permits are in place, funding has been secured, and construction is underway. Those who wait may end up paying more later. Once the first ounce of gold is produced, the valuation logic typically changes fundamentally. This article explains why the pre-production phase could represent the more attractive entry point.
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Commented by Stefan Feulner on April 28th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Desert Gold Ventures Poised for a Revaluation
Despite occasional setbacks, the gold market is structurally poised for a revaluation. Data from the World Gold Council continues to show robust demand from central banks, while geopolitical tensions and rising government debt are increasing the need for hedging. At the same time, institutions such as the International Energy Agency are warning of rising energy and infrastructure costs, which are fueling inflation. Major investment firms, including JPMorgan Chase, foresee gold prices reaching up to USD 6,300 per ounce in the medium term. This means the precious metal remains one of the key beneficiaries of global uncertainties—an environment in which advanced explorers and emerging producers, in particular, can benefit significantly.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on April 24th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Is Agnico Eagle sparking a wave of takeovers? K92 Mining and DRC Gold in the spotlight!
Agnico Eagle has acquired three projects in Finland and is establishing a second hub there alongside its operations in Québec. The world's second-largest gold producer is making headlines primarily with its CAD 2.9 billion acquisition of Rupert Resources. The Canadians aim to challenge Newmont with this move. K92 Mining could become the next target of a takeover wave due to its success in Papua New Guinea, as the company is performing exceptionally well operationally. DRC Gold in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, meanwhile, could emerge as a potential acquisition target in Africa. The company is already on track to develop two gold mines simultaneously.
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Commented by Jens Castner on April 21st, 2026 | 07:20 CEST
GOLD RUSH IN WEST AFRICA: HOW DESERT GOLD VENTURES, THOR EXPLORATIONS, AND ZIJIN MINING ARE BENEFITING
Due to high gold prices, West Africa is increasingly attracting investor attention as one of the world's most productive mining regions. Chinese giant Zijin Mining is doing everything in its power to catch up with the market leaders, but faces growing political hurdles. At the same time, Thor Explorations is demonstrating how to successfully establish itself as a highly efficient cash cow, while its much smaller competitor, Desert Gold Ventures, is on the verge of making the leap from explorer to producer.
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Commented by André Will-Laudien on April 17th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Gold at USD 4,800 – Largely Overlooked and Gaining Momentum: Desert Gold Set for First Production in 2026
After a dream rally over the past 12 months, the gold price paused just below the USD 5,000 mark. The reason: between 2025 and January of this year, the precious metal surged by 130% to USD 5,400. Supply constraints and imbalances in derivatives markets, particularly in silver, pushed prices for physical metal sharply higher. Most gold producers and advanced explorers saw revaluations of up to 500%. Desert Gold also doubled in value during this period; however, the market has so far largely overlooked the company's strong positioning to begin production in 2026. The German research firm GBC has set a price target of CAD 0.93, which implies substantial upside from the current level of around CAD 0.14. Investors should keep in mind that gold investments have historically served as a hedge against geopolitical uncertainty. They can help stabilize portfolio returns and preserve purchasing power over the long term. A closer look is warranted.
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Commented by Fabian Lorenz on April 16th, 2026 | 07:15 CEST
Massively Undervalued Gold Stock? Desert Gold Launches a 500% Rally!
As gold completes its correction and attention turns to reclaiming the USD 5,000 mark, one gold stock is already taking off in a big way. Analysts even consider a rally of more than 500% possible. That is because Desert Gold plans to produce gold for the first time this summer. Yet the company is still valued at less than EUR 25 million - something analysts consider far too low. In addition to starting production, the company is working on expanding its resource. There is also takeover speculation.
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Commented by Nico Popp on April 13th, 2026 | 07:10 CEST
Opportunities in West Africa: Barrick Mining and B2Gold Resume Investment – Desert Gold on the Verge of a Breakthrough
The gold industry in West Africa is largely characterized by consolidation along the Senegal-Mali Shear Zone (SMSZ), with securing economically viable reserves being the top priority for producers in an environment of high gold prices. According to forecasts by PwC consultants, this focus by the mining industry is making a decisive contribution to the economic stability of the entire region. While industry leaders such as Barrick Mining are ramping up production at the Loulo-Gounkoto complex following the resolution of regulatory disputes and forecasting production of up to 290,000 ounces for 2026, B2Gold is focusing on optimizing the massive Fekola complex. B2Gold plans total production of up to 970,000 ounces of gold for the current year and is investing heavily in regional exploration to extend the life of its core African assets. These investments demonstrate that the region is promising and that past country risks have receded into the background. In the immediate vicinity of well-known mines, Desert Gold is developing the SMSZ project, which, with resources of 1.3 million ounces of gold, represents one of the largest undeveloped land packages in the region. With the planned launch of a modular gravity plant this coming summer, the company is preparing for the transition to a junior producer. For this reason, Desert Gold offers a highly attractive prospect for investors: At a time when the major players are investing again, Desert could take off on its own or become a takeover target. Investors who position themselves in time are likely to benefit from this momentum.
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Commented by Tarik Dede on April 10th, 2026 | 07:25 CEST
Desert Gold: The Next Gold Miner in West Africa
The past 50 years in mining belonged to Latin America, as they say in the industry. That is where mining giants like Chile, Mexico, and Brazil emerged; countries that are now indispensable to the global economy. But this century belongs to Africa; all experts agree on that. Many undiscovered deposits are still waiting to be discovered by the world. The western part of the continent is becoming increasingly important in the gold sector. Desert Gold has established itself in Mali and plans to start production as early as this summer. The company's valuation is attractive, and the stock is still flying under the radar of many investors. This presents a buying opportunity for bold investors.
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Commented by Armin Schulz on April 9th, 2026 | 07:05 CEST
Wars fuel money printing and drive inflation: Bet on gold now with Barrick Mining, Desert Gold, and B2Gold
When diplomats fail, gold triumphs. Geopolitical upheavals from the Middle East to Ukraine, along with the US-China power struggle, are shaking confidence in fiat currency. At the same time, record-high debt in Washington, Brussels, and Tokyo is suffocating national budgets. Investors are therefore fleeing to tangible assets like gold to escape inflation. Africa is taking center stage in this context. Resource-rich countries like Mali and Côte d'Ivoire attract investors with low costs and thus high returns, yet some companies still hesitate to invest there. This is precisely where a unique opportunity arises for the bold. Three gold producers stand to benefit disproportionately: Barrick Mining, Desert Gold, and B2Gold.
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