The approval follows a week of negotiations in Mali’s capital, Bamako, between B2Gold executives and key Malian officials.

B2Gold gains approval for underground operations at Mali's Fekola mine, and reiterated full-year gold production guidance for the Fekola Complex.

B2Gold expects to produce 180,000 ounces of gold annually from 2026 to 2029 at Fekola Regional. A mining permit is expected by Q3 2025, with production starting by year-end. Mali will hold a 35% stake ...