Which mineral resources are found in Burkina Faso?

Burkina Faso possesses a variety of mineral resources that serve as significant potential sources of wealth for the country. The most notable of these are gold and manganese.1

Key mineral deposits include:

• Gold: Major mines are located at Poura, southwest of Koudougou, with additional deposits found near Sebba and Dori-Yalogo in the north.1
• Manganese: Substantial deposits are located at Tambao in the northeast, which represent one of the world’s richest sources of the mineral, though exploitation is currently limited by transport infrastructure.12
• Other Metallic Minerals: The country also holds reserves of bauxite, nickel, zinc, lead, and silver.1
• Nonmetallic Minerals: Burkina Faso contains vast reserves of granite and deposits of limestone, which is utilized in the cement industry.3