AFRICA'S GOLDEN HEART: THE BOOM AND BUST OF GOLD MINING

From the lush savannas of West Africa to the arid plateaus of southern Africa, gold has lured fortunes and fostered rivalry for centuries. The continent's golden veins have fueled booms and busts, shaping nations and leaving a complex legacy in their wake. For every tale of millionaire miners, there are countless stories of poverty, where the promi