STRIKING GOLD IN SIERRA LEONE
FG Gold is on a mission to develop Sierra Leone’s premier gold mine, delivering sustainable growth for all stakeholders, employees, and communities. Nicola Asgill, Head of Corporate Development, Sustainability, and Investor Relations, tells us more
Writer: Lily Sawyer | Project Manager: Thomas Arnold
As it finds itself in a period of renaissance, Sierra Leone’s mining sector is going from strength to strength.
FG Gold’s Baomahun Gold Project (Baomahun) is a prime example of this resurgence. Set to become Sierra Leone’s premier large-scale commercial gold mine, Baomahun symbolises a series of unprecedented achievements for the country.
FG Gold has been a hallmark of collaboration between a collective of
first-rate African institutions – Africa Finance Corporation (AFC), African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), and Fundo Soberano de Angola (FSDEA).
Representing AFC’s first mining investment in Sierra Leone and FSDEA’s first investment in the country, FG Gold signifies a vote of confidence in Sierra Leone’s mining and economic potential.
In addition, FG Gold has partnered with global leading firms such as
Lycopodium, Knight Piésold, and CrossBoundary Energy to ensure Baomahun is developed into a worldclass asset.
Baomahun is the inaugural project in Sierra Leone for top-ranked engineering firm Lycopodium as FG Gold’s engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCM) contractor.
As the company approaches first gold pour, it is making great and steady strides in construction and development.
Process plant development is progressing steadily – the on-site quarry, concrete batching plant, and aggregate crushing plant have been instrumental in the concrete works for the carbon-in-leach (CIL) ring beams and ongoing civil works for the ball and semi-autogenous grinding (SAG) mills area, and ground works on the thickener area.
The construction of the new
modern camp, complete with facilities such as offices, a medical bay, gym, laundry, and water treatment plant, is nearing completion and works on an administration block are also far advanced.
In addition, the Tailings Storage Facility site has been cleared, with work progressing on the access road and decant return trench, whilst areas for a solar farm, power plant, and emulsion plant have been cleared ahead of construction and development activities.
One of the largest gold mines currently under development on the African continent, Baomahun will be a top-tier asset and the leading gold mine in Sierra Leone upon completion.
“With current trends in the gold market, Baomahun will put Sierra Leone on the map as a gold producer and
strengthen the country’s position economically,” opens Nicola Asgill, Head of Corporate Development, Sustainability, and Investor Relations for FG Gold.
Indeed, this project is a testament to what can be achieved through strong partnerships and collaboration within the mining ecosystem, particularly with the Government of Sierra Leone (GoSL).
AN EVOLVING INDUSTRY
Beyond FG Gold, the nation has seen a resurgence in other mining commodities such as iron ore, with Marampa Mines Limited and Leone Rock Metal Group continuing to thrive.
“Another key highlight the re-emergence of Sierra Rutile as a Leonean-owned company
continuing its 50+ year legacy,” Asgill adds.
These all represent a muchwelcomed boom in the country’s mining sector following a tumultuous period consisting of commodity price crashes, outbreak of Ebola virus disease, and the COVID-19 pandemic.
In addition, the government’s continued focus on creating an
enabling regulatory framework is intended to drive further investment in the sector.
GoSL’s completion of the Nationwide Airborne Geophysical Survey (NAGS) produced crucial technical information, creating a high-resolution map of Sierra Leone’s geology and mineral resources using magnetic and radiometric data.
“WE BELIEVE THE BENEFITS AND OUTCOMES OF BAOMAHUN SHOULD BE MAXIMISED FOR SIERRA LEONEANS AND WE CONTINUE TO STRIVE TOWARDS THE GOAL OF HAVING A 100 PERCENT SIERRA LEONEAN WORKFORCE”
– NICOLA ASGILL, HEAD OF CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT, SUSTAINABILITY, AND INVESTOR RELATIONS, FG GOLD
Transforming Mining Operations and Driving Sustainable Growth
As your trusted partner in drilling, blasting, and explosives management, we at Roy Global Limited are here to do more than provide services – we build solutions that empower industries
If you’re looking to power your next project with Sierra Leone’s most trusted leader in mining services and operations, Roy Global Limited (RGL) is the company for you.
At RGL, we are actively redefining mining operations with solutions that combine innovation and reliability. From precision drilling and blasting to comprehensive explosives management, our expertise drives operational excellence in the country’s crucial mining sector.
Founded in 2011, we have evolved from a transport and logistics provider to an industryleading company and trusted partner to major players within mining. Our flagship projects in Tonkolili and Marampa serve as a testament to our commitment to excellence and long-term sustainability. With our mission to revolutionise
mining services through precision, safety, and innovative solutions that exceed expectations, RGL is proud to make a difference and provide world-class offerings to our clients.
Our vision is to be the benchmark for excellence in mining services across West Africa, delivering sustainable growth for stakeholders and communities. RGL achieves this through the hard work and continuous dedication of our various offices in Tonkolili, Kingho Mining Company (KMC), Lunsar, Marampa Mines (MML), Port Loko, CTC Mining, Quarries, Pavi Fort, and Bo/Mile 38, Solar Nitro/ FGG.
All these locations work to deliver value by combining innovation, safety, and reliability at every stage of the mining process.
We offer key benefits to our customers, including efficiency at scale with cutting-edge techniques, unwavering safety with industry-leading protocols to protect people and assets, and custom solutions designed to meet the unique needs of every client.
WHY CHOOSE RGL?
With a proven track record and flagship operations in some of Sierra Leone’s largest mining sites, a commitment to responsible practices, and a dedicated team of experts delivering personalised solutions, RGL truly differentiates itself.
Our drilling and blasting services comprise employing advanced techniques to deliver precise, efficient resource extraction whilst minimising environmental impact. The explosives management team oversees the secure transportation, storage, and application of explosives with a focus on safety and compliance. For logistics solutions, we streamline operations with tailored logistics strategies that optimise your supply chain and reduce costs.
One such example of our work is the recent successful blasting operation for FG Gold at the Baomahun project in southern Sierra Leone, completed in June 2025.
The operation, which was carried out on a schedule and in full alignment with technical specifications, achieved exceptional fragmentation and operational precision and was completed with zero injuries and no reported environmental incidents. As the Baomahun project is one of the key exploration and development sites in the country, RGL’s involvement highlights our growing role as a trusted partner in Sierra Leone’s mining value chain.
RGL received praise for the outcome of the operation, especially regarding our professional approach and high standards of execution.
As shown with the success of this project, we remain committed to our mission of transforming mining services in Sierra Leone through innovative, efficient, and safety-driven solutions. As the mining landscape continues to evolve, RGL stands ready to support partners with dependable expertise and cutting-edge operational delivery.
WORKING BEYOND THE MINES
In addition to the myriad work and services that RGL provides to West Africa, the company also prioritises corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives to better the communities in which we work and the future of the industry.
In July 2025, we helped advance youth mining skills through practical and insightful training sessions for interns from Fourah Bay College, focusing on drilling and blasting operations. The initiative provided the trainees with handson experience of the fundamental principles of drilling patterns, blast design, explosive types, safety protocols, and real-time field techniques. The students gained both theoretical and practical knowledge essential for future roles
in the industry. The sessions highlight RGL’s commitment to capacity building and youth development within the ever-crucial sector. Equally, in June 2025, we stepped out of our mining boots and into sneakers to help push back on the use of plastic for World Environment Day.
We joined the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and a group of changemakers to confront the growing challenge of the increasing tide of plastic waste. RGL supported the event not only
financially but also physically, by participating in the symbolic Green Marathon, held in partnership with Orange Sierra Leone. Running alongside hundreds of others, we affirmed with every step how progress and preservation don’t have to be at odds.
As a leading mining services company, we recognise that we operate in a space where environmental responsibility is essential. RGL’s daily work intertwines land, water, and the livelihoods of everyday people. With that comes a responsibility to ensure the value we create doesn’t come at a cost to the communities or ecosystems we serve.
RGL was more than proud to participate in World Environment Day, as it aligns with our CSR vision to support national development efforts through environmental awareness, community engagement, and collaborative action. CSR is more than just a box to tick; it is a bridge between our business goals and the larger goals of sustainability, public safety, and shared prosperity.
As we continue to look towards the future, RGL is not only striving to continue carving a name in mining services as a trusted partner in drilling, blasting, and explosives management, but also working to make our vision a reality – growing by giving more than we take.
CORE VALUES
• Innovation – Driving progress through advanced techniques and technologies.
• Safety – Maintaining the highest standards in everything we do.
• Excellence – Consistently delivering quality, precision, and client satisfaction.
• Collaboration – Building lasting partnerships with clients and communities.
• Diversity – Embracing inclusivity to foster innovation, growth, and collaboration.
• Investors in people – We intentionally drive the personal and professional growth of every team member.
(JORC)-compliant resource of almost six million ounces (oz) at a grade of approximately two grams per tonne (g/t), Baomahun is making history for Sierra Leone.
Once it reaches full operation, the project is anticipated to produce around 150,000 oz of gold annually for FG Gold, with the potential to grow production up to 200,000 oz.
“This will make it a sizeable African gold operation and a major contributor to Sierra Leone’s economic growth,” Asgill explains.
Baomahun is set to contribute roughly 10 percent to the country’s
GDP. Aside from this economic benefit, job creation will be significant through both direct and indirect employment and additional economic advantages will accrue via multiplier effects throughout FG Gold’s supply chain and contractor ecosystem.
“We are excited about the project’s social impact, particularly its ability to deliver tangible social contributions as we are setting aside a percentage of net revenues to benefit our host communities” she excites.
Indeed, FG Gold has committed to contributing one percent of revenues to its Community Development Fund, which enables it to actively invest in community-led initiatives in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and more.
employment and livelihood enhancement,” she highlights.
With mining projects of this size previously only required to contribute 0.5 percent of revenues, FG Gold was the first company to commit one percent before it became a regulatory requirement, setting the precedent and establishing its position as a pioneer of the industry.
“We were the first company to make this kind of commitment –even before it became a regulatory requirement,” Asgill prides.
Indeed, FG Gold’s project-affected
FG GOLD – PURPOSE AND VALUES
PURPOSE
The company’s purpose is to sustainably produce valuable resources for society whilst protecting and uplifting the places in which it operates.
FG Gold seeks to build and maintain rigorous health, safety, and sustainability principles and leave a legacy that is transformative for host communities.
VALUES
FG Gold’s values are the key principles that drive the business and guide decision-making – they are central to its culture and express who it is as a company.
Shared values ensure the FG Gold team – from leadership to on-site employees – work together to achieve a common goal.
Skills development and progressing the livelihoods of local residents is a continuous and ongoing process for FG Gold.
“We consistently embed residents from our project-affected communities into different facets of our operations and will continue to do so,” Asgill outlines.
The company also purchases locally sourced foods for its staff, employs youth and artisanal miners, provides training for the area’s farmers, and earmarks certain
contracts for local community suppliers.
“The transformation of our local communities is FG Gold’s most important mission,” she asserts.
LOCAL FIRST
FG Gold’s dedication to local communities is further demonstrated by its recent execution of a Local Content Implementation Agreement with the Sierra Leone Local Content Agency (SLLCA).
“The Local Content Implementation Agreement pledges FG Gold to implementing its Local Content Plan. The agreement is a demonstration of our ongoing commitment to a localfirst approach,” Asgill tells us.
Therefore, the company’s top
priority for sourcing employees, suppliers, and contractors is always project-affected communities, followed by Sierra Leoneans from other regions.
Existing Sierra Leonean staff are always prioritised when it comes to promotions and career advancement opportunities.
As a result, FG Gold is proud to have a workforce that is over 90 percent Sierra Leonean, about 55 percent of which hail from project-affected communities.
For highly technical roles where local talent is not readily available, the company has implemented training programmes and schemes for local knowledge transfer.
As FG Gold progresses the
development of Baomahun, it hopes to also implement longer-term plans such as partnerships with universities for internship and graduate training programmes and technology transfer initiatives.
“We believe the benefits and outcomes of Baomahun should be maximised for Sierra Leoneans and we continue to strive towards the goal of having a 100 percent Sierra Leonean workforce,” she emphasises.
RIGOROUS SAFETY STANDARDS
In terms of safety, FG Gold is proud to have continued its streak of zero lost time injury (LTI) and fatal incidents, with over five million LTI-free hours logged to date.
ABOUT US:
CONEX Energy Sierra Leone (CONEX (SL)) specialises in the importation, marketing, and distribution of petroleum products whilst providing high-quality products, services, and solutions for business and personal needs.
We are proud of our strong commitment to social and economic growth and strive to meet the diverse requirements of our valued clients, driving progress and prosperity across the country.
In November 2021, Conex Energy acquired TotalEnergies’ affiliates in Sierra Leone and Liberia. As one of Sierra Leone’s leading oil marketing companies, CONEX (SL) caters to both corporate and retail customers in diverse sectors, including mining, of which FG Gold is one of our key customers.
In addition to delivering bulk fuel and lubricants to clients’ sites nationwide, CONEX (SL) also imports and distributes Jet A1 aviation fuel.
At the Kissy and Lungi depots, our state-of-theart facilities have a combined storage capacity of 22,000 metric tonnes (MT) of (AGO)/diesel,
16,000MT PMS/petrol, and 2,700MT Jet A1, with an additional 2,000MT storage capacity to be added in Q4 2025.
Our dedication to international health, safety, security, environment, and quality (HSSEQ) standards and emphasis on the welfare of communities and people make CONEX (SL) more environmentally conscious whilst providing value to its stakeholders.
OUR SERVICES:
AVIATION: We import and distribute Jet A1 aviation fuel, providing a critical and specialised aviation service in Sierra Leone. We offer service level 1 fuelling at the Freetown International Airport (FNA), are Joint Inspection Group (JIG) certified, and inspected regularly to ensure standards are maintained.
BULK FUEL SUPPLY: CONEX (SL) caters to diverse sectors, from mining, industrial, and manufacturing to logistics, construction, agriculture, and fisheries. With a dedicated fleet of bulk road vehicles (BRVs), we have the capacity to deliver an unlimited quantity of petroleum products to mining sites and other sectors nationwide. In addition, CONEX (SL) provides its clients with the necessary support infrastructure, with fuel farms in the field of operations, enabling our valued clients to access petroleum products seamlessly. These include storage tanks, dispensers, flow metres, and filtration systems.
RETAIL OUTLETS: We have an extensive network of retail stations nationwide. This stands as a prominent testament to our unwavering presence and commitment to delivering top-notch fuel solutions across the country. As customers explore our network of filling stations, they will discover more than just a place to refuel but also a dependable partner in their journey, a commitment to quality, and a dedication to making each moment they spend with CONEX (SL) comfortable and convenient. Our stations generally offer a minimart, restrooms, ATM and
mobile money services, lubricants, and cooking gas for sale.
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LUBRICANTS: In partnership with TotalEnergies, CONEX (SL) is the sole authorised distributor of TotalEnergies Lubricants in Sierra Leone. Its premium lubricants encompass a wide spectrum of oils, greases, and specialised products tailored for a diverse range of industries. Delivering high-quality lubricants is a critical component of ensuring the smooth operation of clients’ machinery, and CONEX (SL) is there to make that happen.
We have proven ourselves at CONEX (SL) to be a professional and reliable partner with a track record of delivering results and prioritising our customers’ successes.
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ESG – A SOCIAL LICENCE TO OPERATE
As FG Gold believes responsible gold mining plays a crucial role in supporting sustainable development and delivering considerable benefits, it has developed a robust environmental, social, and governance (ESG) outlook.
With ESG principles central to the business, it is committed to respecting the human rights and well-being of employees, contractors, and communities.
Since inception, FG Gold has collaborated with host communities to prioritise the needs of local people and invest in community projects.
“Our social licence to operate ranks paramount to everything else, having established a true partnership model with our communities,” Asgill insists.
“This streak is no small feat and is one of the longest ongoing streaks on an African mining project,” Asgill adds.
The safety of not only staff but surrounding communities is of supreme importance to the company, whose mission to achieve zero harm underpins its safety approach at every level of its operations.
“We have achieved this major milestone largely by making safety a core part of our culture. It is the first thing discussed on site each morning and our Monday site-wide toolbox talks delve into details on specific safety issues,” she relays.
In addition, employees hold each other accountable for adhering to safety protocols and incorporating safe practices in their daily activities.
“We encourage behaviours and implement processes that promote the safety and health of all personnel and the communities associated with our operations,” Asgill assures.
Furthermore, all on-site operations must pass safety protocols – any activity that doesn’t pass is cancelled
or postponed until it adheres to these regulations.
“It is quite stringent, but this is necessary to maintain a safe workplace,” Asgill insists.
Emergency preparedness is also paramount to FG Gold given the highrisk nature of many of its activities, meaning it has an active emergency response team in place who practice regular drills to ensure the safety of all.
In addition to tangible, site-based protocols, FG Gold’s commitment to safety goes much deeper to the extent that it is intrinsically intertwined within its culture.
Regular communication and reporting are in place such as monthly safety reviews and performance tracking, weekly meetings on unsafe acts and conditions, and digital safety dashboards to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).
On top of this, the company is in constant pursuit of improvement through monthly safety audits and inspections and annual performance reviews.
Maximise on-site safety. Christensen
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Epiroc is a vital part of a sustainable society and a global productivity partner for mining and infrastructure customers. We develop and provide innovative and safe equipment, consumables, and services for drilling and rock excavation. Our solutions cater to a wide range of applications, including surface and underground mining, construction, well drilling, and geotechnical projects. Additionally, we provide world-class service and other aftermarket support along with advanced solutions for automation, digitalization, and electrification.
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Safety is always a top concern. Keeping the operator out of harms way whilst performing core drilling is not always easy. This is why Epiroc has developed the Rod Handling System (RHS). The Christensen RHS enables hands-free rod tripping throughout the drilling cycle. This means there is no need to manually add or remove rods by hand.
Secondly, thanks to hands-free rod tripping, the operator assistant uses an assistant control panel instead of manually adding the rods. This increases safety and reduces fatigue for the operator assistant. Additionally, there is no need to manually add rods when threading — this totally removes the need to perform a potentially dangerous activity which dramatically increases safety.
Main benefits
• Hands-free rod tripping throughout the drilling cycle
• Less fatigue for the operator assistant.
• Minimises injuries during the rod-loading process.
“We also have a well-equipped clinic and ambulance on-site,” she continues.
In this way, the company demonstrates its commitment to creating a safe, comfortable, and wellequipped environment for its people.
ENABLING CLEAN ENERGY
As a company that believes integrating sustainability into mining is no longer a ‘nice to have’ but a necessity, FG Gold is carving a path towards a clean energy future.
“Clean energy is a key pillar of our sustainable mining ethos,” Asgill confirms.
As such, the company has partnered with energy developer CrossBoundary Energy for a hybrid power solution consisting of 23.8 megawatts (MW) of solar energy, 21 MW of heavy fuel oil (HFO), and a battery energy storage system with a capacity of 13.8 MW.
The solar solution will be one of the
“BAOMAHUN IS ONE OF THE LARGEST MINING AND INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENTS
IN
SIERRA LEONE. WE HAVE SET A STRONG FINANCING PRECEDENT THAT THE COUNTRY CAN LEVERAGE FOR OTHER INVESTMENT AND FINANCING OPPORTUNITIES”
– NICOLA ASGILL, HEAD OF CORPORATE DEVELOPMENT, SUSTAINABILITY, AND INVESTOR RELATIONS, FG GOLD
largest in Sierra Leone and is expected to save over 23,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide per year.
As the mine expands, FG Gold plans to move towards other green solutions such as connecting to the Côte d’Ivoire-Liberia-Sierra Leone-Guinea (CLSG) electricity transmission line and potentially looking into hydropower solutions.
Sustainability was a key project discussed at Sierra Leone Mining
Week and Exhibition, which took place in April this year, where Asgill hosted a panel discussing the advancement of clean energy within the sector.
She reflected upon how two crucial aspects – financing and offtake agreements – are vital to advancing clean energy, with mining companies often the solution for both.
“We can leverage our balance sheets, operations, and projects
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Services We Offer:
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We are a leader in delivering comprehensive Environmental Management services, with extensive experience and proven expertise in Environmental and Social Impact Assessments. Our approach integrates indepth baseline studies, effective stakeholder engagement, strategic safeguard policy planning, and rigorous compliance auditing. We support sustainable project development across multiple sectors by planning and implementing robust Environmental Management Systems (EMS) that ensure long-term environmental sustainability and regulatory compliance.
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We develop early warning systems, disaster risk reduction strategies, and forecasting technologies, helping communities and institutions to minimize risk and build resilience. Our work is grounded in climate data, GIS, and integrated information systems for rapid and reliable disaster preparedness.
• Training & Capacity
Building
Our training programs focus on practical, skill-based learning across all service areas. With tailored content, real-time evaluations, and custom manuals, we empower clients and communities to apply new knowledge effectively.
We blend technical excellence with local insight, ensuring all our solutions are grounded, innovative, and impactful. From concept to completion, we deliver value, foster sustainability, and drive positive change.
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SOCIAL INITIATIVES
Aside from its Community Development Fund, FG Gold has several established social initiatives for its project-affected communities:
• Infrastructure upgrades – The company has invested in several infrastructure initiatives including construction of the new St. Josephine Bakhita Primary School in Kundoma, renovations and upgrades to the Baomahun Health Centre in 2022, the ongoing construction of the Baomahun Community Centre, and development of water boreholes and maintenance of local water systems.
• Valunia Education Foundation Charity – Established by the company in 2021, FG Gold sponsors tertiary education scholarships through the charity for students from the Valunia Chiefdom pursuing degrees in STEM subjects.
• Road upgrades – FG Gold has upgraded the 66km Matotoka Road which has eased limitations on transportation and movement and provided crucial market linkages for local farmers and traders.
for capital to develop clean energy projects as we have done at FG Gold,” she explains.
Asgill went on to examine how mining projects as high-volume offtakers can de-risk energy projects, with mines potentially serving as central nodes through which to expand the grid and drive clean energy uptake.
Elsewhere, FG Gold maintains stringent environmental regulations and adheres to international standards when it comes to projectrelated and mining activities.
“We ensure we have the appropriate mitigation measures in place, whilst we seek to preserve biodiversity within our project footprint and limit our harm to the environment and any downstream effects on local communities,” Asgill prides.
AN EVERLASTING LEGACY
With corporate social responsibility (CSR) at the heart of FG Gold’s operations, the company has taken steps to leave a legacy
that is transformative for its host communities.
“It is important to remember that we are operating on a lease in the sense that communities have leased their ancestral land to us for pivotal projects such as Baomahun,” Asgill urges.
Therefore, FG Gold recognises its duty to return this land to them significantly transformed for the better.
To deliver on this paramount responsibility, the company has developed a rounded approach to ensure it leaves a positive legacy.
The company places great emphasis on environmental stewardship as it seeks to minimise local impact, protect native biodiversity, and reduce climaterelated risks.
With the Baomahun site home to unique local biodiversity, FG Gold’s rigorous Environmental, Social, and Health Impact Assessment (ESHIA) and environmental management systems ensure careful oversight and protection of local ecosystems and habitats at an international standard.
FG Gold’s robust environmental management approach has
received endorsement from the regulatory authorities, with all environmental licences and permits for the project achieved.
Alongside environmental priorities, it is the project-affected communities who are at the centre.
“Firstly, we have ensured that Baomahun does not encroach on the social norms of our host communities,” she highlights.
With policies that go beyond its Community Development Fund, the company’s social initiatives have been designed to ensure that any benefits afforded to local populations are not just immediate but generational.
In this way, the hallmark of
FG Gold’s entire approach is collaboration with host communities.
“We view our communities as partners in the success of Baomahun,” she adds.
Beyond just the physical transformation of local areas, the company understands that Baomahun’s legacy will live on through education, healthcare, gender equality, and economic empowerment.
“Even when FG Gold leaves Baomahun, our communities will continue to thrive and bustle. We are achieving this by placing sustainable mining at the heart of all that we do,” Asgill proudly asserts.
EQUIPMENT RENTAL, HAULAGE, AND LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS
About Us:
HOA Logistics was founded in December 2024, with a vision to become a leading provider of equipment rental, haulage, and logistics solutions in Sierra Leone and beyond. We specialize in delivering reliable heavy equipment, efficient haulage services, and tailored logistics support to mining and construction companies.
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A BRIGHT FUTURE
As FG Gold mines its current reserves, it will continue its exploration activities with a view to facilitate additional oz to its resource and extend the mine’s current 12.5-year lifespan.
“Our current mine footprint sits in a small portion of our 125 square kilometre concession, and we have only explored 1 kilometre (km) of our 16.5 km strike length,” Asgill details.
In the medium to long-term, the company also believes that beneficiation is a crucial step not just for FG Gold but for the entire Sierra Leonean mining sector.
“Value-addition could have an exponential effect both economically and socially,” she excites.
As such, FG Gold plans to pursue opportunities for value addition prior to export.
Reflecting on the success of the company over the years, Asgill points
out how FG Gold’s ability to innovate has often set it apart.
Baomahun exemplifies this innovative prowess as the first mining project of its kind in Sierra Leone to utilise a stream financing instrument.
As the first project-financed mine in Sierra Leone, FG Gold’s Baomahun funding package incorporates several types of instruments all carefully crafted to mitigate different project risks such as off-balance sheet energy arrangements and stream and equipment financing, alongside insurance-backed facilities.
“We opted out of the traditional junior mining pathway and instead focused on project finance, which maximises value in the long run.”
The company also completed several community infrastructure investments including construction of the St Josephine Bakhita Primary School and upgrade of the Baomahun Health Centre, before completing
its definitive feasibility studies –something most mining businesses do not typically do.
The company anticipates great things for the future as it continues to steadily develop Baomahun and remains on track for the immanent first gold pour.
“Baomahun is one of the largest mining and infrastructure investments in Sierra Leone. We have set a strong financing precedent that the country can leverage for other investment and financing opportunities,” she confidently concludes.
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