Kiniero Gold Mine

The Kiniero Gold Mine is a historic mining site located in the Kouroussa Prefecture of eastern Guinea. Geologically part of the prolific Siguiri Basin, the mine is known for its significant gold reserves. Kiniero has had a varied history; industrial mining originally began under the Semafo group in the early 2000s but was temporarily suspended due to economic conditions and fluctuating gold prices. In recent years, the mine has undergone a major revitalization following new investments and extensive exploration programs aimed at resuming full-scale production. Geographically, Kiniero is situated in the flat to rolling savanna landscape of Upper Guinea, characterized by red soils and seasonal vegetation. Economically, the mine is a vital driver for the local economy in Kouroussa, providing employment opportunities and supporting regional infrastructure development. The project involves multiple deposits being worked through open-pit mining methods. Kiniero serves as a prime example of the potential for reviving older mining assets in Guinea using modern exploration techniques. Current operators emphasize sustainable mining practices and community engagement to ensure the project's long-term success.

Nearby cities

Kankan

Kankan is a historic city on the Milo River and a cultural center of the Mandinka people.

Siguiri

Siguiri is located on the Niger River in northeastern Guinea and is famous for its gold mining.

Kouroussa

Kouroussa is a city on the Niger River in the Kankan region.

Kérouané

Kérouané is located in southeastern Guinea and is known for its diamond deposits and trade in precious stones.

Mandiana

Mandiana is located in eastern Guinea on the Sankarani River.

Sanguiana

Sanguiana is an emerging town in the Kankan region, known for its rice fields and fishing on the Niger.

Banankoro

Banankoro is an important mining town in the Kankan region, known for its diamond mines.

Niagassola

Niagassola is located in the north of the Kankan region and is known for its rich cultural history and the Sosso Bala, a sacred xylophone.

History & landmarks

Kankan Cathedral

The Cathedral of Notre-Dame des Victoires et de la Paix in Kankan is the primary Catholic church of the region.

Kouroussa Niger Bridge

This important bridge crosses the Niger River near Kouroussa.

Nature

Milo

The Milo is an important tributary of the Niger in eastern Guinea.

Sankarani

The Sankarani is a tributary of the Niger that flows through eastern Guinea.

More places

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Mount Balandou

An isolated mountain in Upper Guinea, towering over the vast savanna plains near Kankan.

Grand Mosque of Kankan

The Grand Mosque of Kankan is one of the oldest and most significant mosques in the country.

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Kankan-Milo Battlefield

This area along the Milo River near Kankan was the scene of decisive battles between Samory Touré's troops and French colonial forces in …

Faran-Kama Monument

This monument in Kankan commemorates Faran Kama, the legendary founder of the city and a significant Mandinka leader who laid the foundat…

Kankan Rice Fields

The vast plains around Kankan, irrigated by the Milo River, are a major rice-growing area.

Bissandougou

Bissandougou was the capital of the Wassoulou Empire in the 19th century, founded by Samory Touré.

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Kouroussa Hippo Habitats

The Niger River near Kouroussa provides ideal living conditions for hippopotamuses.

Camara Laye House

The childhood home of the famous writer Camara Laye in Kouroussa is a place of literary and historical significance, immortalized in his …