Algeria is committed to an ambitious revival of its mining sector, with strategic projects that aim to strengthen its role in the global natural resources market. Among these initiatives, the restarting of historic gold mines and the implementation of structuring projects mark a turning point in the country’s economic policy.
After more than a decade of inactivity, the mines of Amesmassa and Tireklocated in the region of Tamanrassetare preparing to resume their activities. This relaunch, announced by Belkacem SoltaniCEO of the industrial mining group I would soundis expected to lead to a significant increase in national gold production in the coming years.
To support this growth, Algeria has awarded 46 gold mining licenses in 2024 to various companies, demonstrating the growing attractiveness of its mining sector. The figures already recorded underline this dynamic: between 2022 and the end of 2024, gold production has exceeded 351 kilogramsa positive signal for a country wishing to diversify its sources of income.
Beyond gold, Algeria is also developing large-scale projects in other strategic segments. THE PDG de Sonarem confirmed that work related to large mines, such as that of iron ore Gara Djebilet (Tindouf)the integrated phosphate mine of Bled El Hadba (Tebessa) and that of zinc and lead from Tala Hamza-Oued Amizour (Béjaïa)advance in accordance with established objectives.
These projects, considered essential by the Algerian authorities, should be delivered on time. They embody a clear desire for modernization and strengthening national capacities in the mining field, in accordance with the instructions of President Abdelmadjid Tebboune.
In 2024, the Sonarem mining industrial complex achieved exports valued at 200 million dollars, including 193 million from phosphate. These performances are part of the government’s overall strategy aimed at reducing imports of raw materials, meeting national demand and increasing non-hydrocarbon exports. According to Belkacem Soltani, the results obtained this year demonstrate the effectiveness of this roadmap. At the same time, several new planned projects were launched, reinforcing the idea of an Algerian mining industry in full transformation.
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