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Significance
The claim appears somewhat unbelievable given that the US Geological Survey estimates existing global gold reserves at just 244,000 tonnes. Nevertheless, the aggressive marketing ploy is indicative of Kampala’s desire to position itself as an emerging player in global gold markets.
Impacts
Uganda’s oil reserves arguably have much more revenue potential than its gold, but may yet take years to come online.
The expansion of mining operations in the country has potential to exacerbate socio-economic grievances and conflicts.
A USD200mn investment by Chinese firm Wagagai in a new gold mine in Busia will be billed as the first fruit of the government’s strategy.
Keywords:
Metals & mining,
Uganda,
AF,
economy,
industry,
international relations,
politics,
corruption,
crime,
foreign investment,
foreign trade,
gold,
international law,
metals,
mining,
reform,
sanctions
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