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Séguéla Gold Mine (Côte d’Ivoire)

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The Séguéla Gold Mine is one of the most recent major projects in Ivorian mining, officially commissioned in May 2023 by Fortuna Silver Mines. It is located in the Woroba District in the center-west of the country. The project is characterized by its extremely short construction time and the high quality of the ore bodies, particularly in the 'Antenna' field. Séguéla utilizes state-of-the-art process technologies to maximize gold recovery while optimizing energy consumption. Shortly after its start, the mine has already made a significant contribution to national gold production and created thousands of jobs in a region that was previously primarily agricultural. Fortuna Silver Mines also invests heavily in community development programs focusing on education, water supply, and strengthening local businesses to create sustainable value for the Séguéla community.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Nov, Dec.

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📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
The Séguéla Gold Mine in the Woroba District is a state-of-the-art mining project with promising gold deposits. It contributes significantly to the economic development of the rural region.
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Visiting
The mine is a secured area and not accessible to the public. From the surrounding heights you can see the open pit and the processing plants.
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Where to view it
A suitable viewpoint is the road from Séguéla towards the mine. From there you have a wide view over the entire mine site.
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Local products
In the Woroba region, besides gold, traditional agriculture is also practiced. On Séguéla markets, cashew nuts, yams, and cotton are traded.
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Active season
Mining operations run throughout the year without major seasonal breaks. The dry season from December to March facilitates transport and extraction work.
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Nearby
Combine the visit with the town of Séguéla, which provides markets and local cuisine. Mount Nimba is in the wider area and worth exploring.

Geography

Coordinates
7.96100, -6.67300

Facts

  • The mine has an estimated annual production of 130,000 ounces of gold.
  • The first gold pour occurred on May 24, 2023.
  • Séguéla was Fortuna Silver Mines' first project in West Africa.
  • The 'Antenna' deposit is the mine's richest resource.
  • Over 170 million US dollars were invested in the development.
  • The mine utilizes a highly efficient semi-autogenous grinding (SAG) process.

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Notable places around

Old Diamond Center SéguélaOld Diamond Center Séguéla1 km · NWExplore →
KaniKani47 km · EExplore →
MankonoMankono55 km · NExplore →
Mount NiamMount Niam65 km · SWExplore →
VavouaVavoua68 km · WExplore →
Mount GouaneMount Gouane70 km · SExplore →
Mount TouraMount Toura83 km · SExplore →
DianraDianra84 km · NEExplore →

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Sights in the town Séguéla Gold Mine (2)

Séguéla Department📍 landmark

An administrative region in northwestern Ivory Coast, known for its gold mining activity.

Séguéla📍 landmark

The main town of Séguéla Department, surrounded by savanna and gold mines.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Séguéla Goldmine?
A modern facility for gold extraction.
Accessibility?
No, operational area for professionals.
Where is it?
Near the town of Séguéla.
When is best?
Travel is easier in the drier months.
Significance?
Important economic anchor in the northwest.
Séguéla Gold Mine: where is it located?
Séguéla Gold Mine is located in Côte d’Ivoire.
Séguéla Gold Mine: what is there to see?
Highlights include Séguéla Department, Séguéla.
Séguéla Gold Mine: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Jan, Nov, Dec.
Séguéla Gold Mine: why is it worth visiting?
The Séguéla Gold Mine is one of the most recent major projects in Ivorian mining, officially commissioned in May 2023 by Fortuna Silver Mines.
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