Atanga Nji visits East Region to address gold mining issues and fatalities
During a working visit to the East Region on June 2, 2026, Cameroon’s Minister of Territorial Administration, Paul Atanga Nji, called for transparency regarding fatalities linked to gold mining activities. His visit included an evaluation of the artisanal gold mining site in Gounte, highlighting the need for better oversight and safety measures in the sector.
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Paul Atanga Nji evaluates security and gold exploitation in the East region
On June 1, 2023, Paul Atanga Nji, the Minister of Territorial Administration, arrived in the East region of Cameroon for a security evaluation mission. His visit aims to address issues of insecurity and illegal gold exploitation in the area. This initiative reflects the government's ongoing efforts to enhance security and regulate resource management in the region.
Cameroun announces major reforms in mining sector with five new projects
On July 15, 2026, Cameroon unveiled significant reforms in its mining sector during a joint press conference led by interim Minister Fuh Calistus Gentry. The government highlighted five major mining projects now in production and announced the revocation of 53 gold mining permits to combat illegal activities and enhance regulatory control.
La Sonamines intensifie la lutte contre l'exploitation illégale de l'or dans l'Est du Cameroun
La Société nationale des Mines (Sonamines) a débuté le 1er juin 2026 une mission de contrôle dans les régions de l'Est et de l'Adamaoua pour traquer les exploitations aurifères illégales. Le directeur général, Serge Hervé Boyogueno, a souligné l'importance de cette initiative pour réguler l'exploitation artisanale et semi-mécanisée de l'or dans ces zones.
Cameroon government revokes 74 mining permits amid gold sector reforms
The Cameroonian government has revoked 74 mining permits as part of efforts to reform the gold sector. This decision follows a scandal involving the disappearance of 15 tonnes of gold, prompting stricter regulations including a $100,000 environmental deposit. The Ministry of Mines aims to improve oversight and accountability in the industry.