Côte d’Ivoire’s Séguéla gold mine strengthens its position as a strategic asset for Fortuna Mining

The Séguéla gold mine is strengthening its position as a strategic asset for Fortuna Mining as the Canadian mining company accelerates investments to increase production, expand resources and reinforce its presence in one of West Africa’s most promising gold markets.

The Séguéla operation produced around 2.6 tonnes of gold in the first half of 2026, confirming its role as a key growth driver for Fortuna Mining. The performance comes as the company prepares a new expansion phase aimed at increasing processing capacity and extending the mine’s operational life.

Located in northwestern Côte d’Ivoire, the Séguéla mine has become one of Fortuna Mining’s most important international assets since beginning commercial production in 2023.

Fortuna Mining is preparing to expand the processing plant at Séguéla to support future production growth.

The company is evaluating an extension of the facility that would increase ore-processing capacity and improve operational efficiency. The expansion is expected to help the mine maintain strong production levels in the coming years.

Fortuna is also focusing on operational improvements and additional investments to strengthen Séguéla’s competitiveness among West Africa’s major gold producers.

The development of the Sunbird underground project represents one of the main growth opportunities for the Séguéla complex.

The high-grade mineralized zone could provide additional resources needed to sustain production over the long term. Fortuna Mining is continuing exploration and development work to prepare the underground operation.

The company believes Sunbird has the potential to increase mine reserves and extend the life of the operation, further enhancing Séguéla’s strategic importance.

Alongside mining expansion, Fortuna Mining is strengthening the infrastructure needed to support the project’s growth.

The company is investing in additional energy capacity to meet the increasing needs of mining operations. More efficient energy solutions are also expected to help reduce operating costs and improve the project’s environmental performance.

Exploration remains another key priority, with Fortuna continuing geological studies around the Séguéla complex to identify new gold resources that could support future expansion.

The rise of Séguéla comes as Côte d’Ivoire seeks to make mining a stronger pillar of economic growth.

Traditionally driven by cocoa production and hydrocarbons, the Ivorian economy is increasingly turning to mineral resources to attract foreign investment, create skilled jobs and increase government revenues.

With several gold projects under development, Côte d’Ivoire aims to strengthen its position among Africa’s leading gold-producing countries.

For Fortuna Mining, Séguéla represents more than just a mining operation. The site is becoming a strategic platform for the company’s expansion in West Africa.

As global demand for gold remains supported by economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, Côte d’Ivoire is seeking to leverage its mineral wealth to accelerate industrial development and strengthen its role in Africa’s mining sector.