Story perspectives

Cameroon Enforces Strict Gold Regulations on All Operators

4/17/2026

Summary

Story summary

Cameroon tightens gold-sector regulations, imposing strict financial and operational requirements, especially on Chinese operators.
In Yaoundé, Interim Minister Prof Fuh Calistus Gentry outlined conditions, including a 63 million CFA franc environmental bond and minimum production targets.
He said all operators must follow the same legal framework, not just Chinese firms.
The crackdown aims to curb illegal mining and environmental damage, with Chinese officials acknowledging the changes and pledging compliance.

1 of 1

Story summary

Cameroon tightens gold-sector regulations, imposing strict financial and operational requirements, especially on Chinese operators.
In Yaoundé, Interim Minister Prof Fuh Calistus Gentry outlined conditions, including a 63 million CFA franc environmental bond and minimum production targets.
He said all operators must follow the same legal framework, not just Chinese firms.
The crackdown aims to curb illegal mining and environmental damage, with Chinese officials acknowledging the changes and pledging compliance.