A massive lithium mine in Mali, one of the largest in the world, has officially started production. The Goulamina mine, located in the Bougouni region, is owned by the Chinese company Ganfeng Lithium. Lithium is a key material used in electric vehicle batteries and electronics, making this project a big deal in the global shift toward renewable energy.
What’s Happening at the Goulamina Mine?
Production at the mine began this month, with plans to extract an incredible 506,000 tonnes of lithium every year during its first phase. But that’s not all—future plans include doubling this capacity, making Goulamina a major player in the lithium market. Over its 23-year lifespan, the mine is expected to produce a staggering 15.6 million tonnes of spodumene concentrate (a lithium-rich material).
Why Does This Matter?
This mine is a big win for both China and Mali. At the mine’s inauguration, Mali’s transitional president, Assimi Goita, called it a “strategic and sincere” partners...
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