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Sierra Leone’s Gold Surge Outshines Diamond Slump as Mining Sector Charts New Path

August 14, 2026News

Sierra Leone’s mining industry is witnessing a notable shift, with gold gaining momentum while the country’s traditional diamond sector faces a decline.

The changing performance of the two minerals could reshape investment and government revenue within the extractive sector as Sierra Leone looks to maximise the value of its natural resources.