Cameroon’s phantom gold: billions slip through state coffers

Billions in Cameroonian gold vanish

Across Cameroon’s East and Adamaoua regions, a relentless gold rush is underway. Mining operations are proliferating rapidly, yet the state struggles to assert its authority. Billions of francs are siphoned off to Dubai, facilitated by sophisticated criminal networks. These illicit operations thrive due to local complicity, with individuals determined to maintain their lucrative positions. Our investigation uncovers the extent of this systemic problem.