SIERRA LEONE & GUINEA

Strategic Access to West Africa's Mineral Wealth

Facilitated gold and rough diamond sourcing from licensed, verified mining operations — with full compliance, documentation, and secure delivery.

The Opportunity

Why West Africa's Gold & Diamonds Matter

West Africa produces over 15% of the world's gold and contains some of the richest alluvial diamond deposits on earth. Sierra Leone and Guinea sit at the heart of this mineral corridor — offering exceptional-quality gold and rough diamonds through a growing network of licensed artisanal operations.

Yet for most international buyers and investors, accessing these resources remains opaque: fragmented supply chains, complex regulations, and limited on-the-ground visibility create barriers that are difficult to navigate alone.

Capital Africa Logistics exists to bridge that gap — providing verified mine-site access, documentation, compliance support, and secure logistics so you can source with confidence.

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The Challenge

Why International Buyers Need a Facilitator

Sourcing gold and rough diamonds from West Africa involves layers of complexity that require local expertise, regulatory knowledge, and established trust.

Source Verification

Confirming the legitimacy of mining operations, licenses, and production volumes requires boots-on-the-ground diligence that most international buyers cannot perform independently.

Regulatory Compliance

Export permits, Kimberley Process certificates, customs declarations, and national mining authority approvals each carry specific requirements that vary by country.

Due Diligence Standards

International buyers and refiners require documented chain-of-custody, anti-money-laundering checks, and conflict-free origin verification before any transaction.

Secure Logistics

Moving high-value commodities from remote mining regions to international delivery points demands specialised transport, insurance, and chain-of-custody controls.

Our Services

What We Facilitate

From mine-site introductions to final delivery — we handle the complexities so you can focus on the transaction.

Mine-Site Access

Direct introductions to licensed artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) operations across Sierra Leone, Guinea, Ghana, Mali, and Ivory Coast.

Licence & Permit Verification

Independent verification of mining licences, export permits, and government authorisations before any engagement proceeds.

Rough Diamond Sourcing

Facilitated access to Kimberley Process–compliant rough diamonds with full documentation from mine to buyer.

Assay & Quality Confirmation

Coordination with accredited laboratories for gold purity testing, carat grading, and independent valuation.

Export Documentation

End-to-end management of export certificates, customs declarations, and compliance paperwork required by destination countries.

Secure Transport & Delivery

Insured, chain-of-custody-controlled logistics from mine site through refinement or cutting to your designated vault or port.

Navigate With Confidence

Ready to Source Gold or Rough Diamonds From West Africa?

Every engagement begins with a confidential consultation. Tell us what you need — we'll outline a clear path forward.

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Our Primary Markets

Sierra Leone & Guinea

Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone has a storied mining heritage, with some of the world's finest alluvial diamonds and significant gold deposits concentrated in the eastern and southern provinces. Recent regulatory reforms have strengthened transparency and formalisation across the artisanal mining sector.

Key Regions

Kono, Kenema, Bo, Tongo Fields, Kailahun

Primary Minerals

Gold (alluvial), Rough Diamonds, Rutile, Bauxite

Regulatory Body

National Minerals Agency (NMA)

Guinea

Guinea is one of the most mineral-rich nations on earth. Its gold deposits span the Siguiri, Kankan, and Kouroussa regions, with both alluvial and hard-rock operations. The country's growing formal mining sector is complemented by a vast network of established artisanal operations producing high-quality gold.

Key Regions

Siguiri, Kankan, Kouroussa, Mandiana, Dinguiraye

Primary Minerals

Gold (alluvial & hard rock), Rough Diamonds, Bauxite, Iron Ore

Regulatory Body

Ministry of Mines and Geology

Guinea

Also Active In

Ghana

Africa's largest gold producer — Ashanti, Western, and Upper East regions.

Mali

Third-largest African gold producer — Kayes, Koulikoro, and Sikasso.

Ivory Coast

Rapidly growing gold sector — northern and central mining regions.

The Process

How It Works

A structured, transparent engagement path — from first conversation to final delivery.

Confidential Consultation

We begin with a private conversation to understand your commodity requirements, volume, timeline, and compliance needs.

Source Identification & Vetting

Our on-the-ground team identifies licensed mining operations that match your criteria and conducts preliminary due diligence.

Documentation & Verification

All licences, permits, assay reports, and chain-of-custody records are compiled, verified, and shared with you for review.

Transaction Execution & Delivery

Once approved, we coordinate payment security, export logistics, and insured delivery to your designated receiving point.

Who We Serve

Is This Right for You?

International Gold Buyers

Refiners, bullion dealers, and commodity traders seeking verified, conflict-free gold from West African ASM sources.

Rough Diamond Buyers

Cutting houses, dealers, and jewellers looking for KP-compliant rough diamonds with documented provenance.

Mining Investors

Private equity, venture capital, and individual investors evaluating artisanal and small-scale mining opportunities.

Strategic Partners

Logistics firms, laboratories, financial institutions, and consultancies seeking to serve the West African mining corridor.

Government & Institutions

Development organisations, regulatory bodies, and multilateral agencies working on mining sector formalisation.

Knowledge & Expertise

Insights That Inform Better Decisions

Deeper market intelligence is available to qualified buyers and partners through our advisory services.

West African Gold Markets

Pricing dynamics, production volumes, and market access for artisanal gold.

Kimberley Process & Compliance

Understanding KP certification, chain-of-custody, and conflict-free sourcing.

Mining Regulations by Country

License types, export frameworks, and government requirements across the region.

Due Diligence Frameworks

OECD guidelines, LBMA standards, and practical compliance for buyers.

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Take the Next Step

Ready to Explore West Africa's Mineral Wealth?

Begin with a confidential consultation. Our team will discuss your requirements, outline the verification process, and present a clear path from inquiry to delivery.

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Frequently Asked

Common Questions

What commodities can you source from West Africa?

We facilitate the sourcing of gold (alluvial and hard rock) and rough diamonds from licensed operations in Sierra Leone, Guinea, Ghana, Mali, and Ivory Coast. All sourcing is conducted through verified, licensed mining operations with full documentation.

How do you verify that mining operations are legitimate?

Our team conducts on-site inspections, verifies mining licences with national mining authorities, reviews export permits, and maintains ongoing monitoring of all operations in our network. We only work with operations that meet our compliance standards.

What is the minimum transaction size?

We generally work with transactions starting at 5 kg for gold and meaningful rough diamond parcels. However, every inquiry is assessed individually — contact us to discuss your specific requirements and we will advise on feasibility.

How long does the process take from inquiry to delivery?

Timelines vary based on commodity type, volume, source country, and regulatory requirements. A typical gold transaction from initial consultation to delivery can take 3–6 weeks. We provide detailed timelines during the consultation phase.

Are your diamonds Kimberley Process certified?

Yes. All rough diamonds sourced through our network carry valid Kimberley Process certificates issued by the relevant national authority. We maintain full chain-of-custody documentation from mine site through export.

Can I visit the mining operations?

We can arrange supervised site visits for serious buyers and investors as part of the due diligence process. Visits are coordinated with local partners and require advance planning to ensure safety and logistics.