Beneath the Baobab: The Minerals Powering Benin’s Quiet Mining Scene
Tucked between the Gulf of Guinea and the broader savannah belt of West Africa, Benin is more often associated with cotton, voodoo, and its coastal city vibes than with mining. Yet beneath its soil lies a modest but variegated portfolio of mineral resources — from cement-grade limestone to episodic gold, gemstones, and tantalum prospects. Though…