About Company

"Real value in mineral trade lies not in extraction, but in what we uphold: verified origin, fair compensation, documented custody, and commitments kept."

-FOUNDER

Miners understand geology; buyers understand markets. Yet too often, the link between them lacks transparency. We’ve seen how vague assurances erode trust while clear documentation builds it. That’s why every shipment we handle includes verified origin, independent assay, and full legal title. In mineral trade, reliability isn’t a promise. It’s the baseline.

Frequently asked questions on buying

Yes. We buy from licensed small-scale mines and registered cooperatives in Ghana, South Africa, and South Sudan.

A valid mining or processing license issued by your national government (e.g., Minerals Commission of Ghana, DMRE South Africa).

No. Payment is made via bank transfer after independent assay and export documentation are complete.

Based on LBMA spot price, minus agreed deductions for refining, logistics, and verification.

Typically, the seller pays initial assay; costs are deducted from final payment. For large volumes, we may absorb it.

Within 3–5 business days after the buyer confirms receipt and assay.

No. We only transact with legally licensed operations. No exceptions.

Copy of your mining license, production records, and proof of site ownership or cooperative registration.

Yes. We coordinate with local agents to secure export permits on your behalf (fees apply).

Yes. Our logistics partners collect from verified locations in Ghana, South Africa, and South Sudan.

Yes. Our logistics partners collect from verified locations in Ghana, South Africa, and South Sudan.

Yes. We buy copper concentrate and silver doré from compliant sources.

Gold: 1kg. Copper: 500kg. Silver: 5kg. Smaller lots may be aggregated.

No. You are responsible for your local taxes. We pay the agreed net amount.

Our field agent oversees sampling, seals split samples, and sends them to an independent lab.

Only if it’s internationally accredited (ISO 17025). Otherwise, we use a neutral third party.

Yes. We issue a simple purchase agreement outlining terms, pricing, and responsibilities.

No. We are the principal buyer. We take title and manage export.

Continuously. We have weekly buying cycles in active regions.

Indirectly—by ensuring fair, transparent, and legal trade that supports sustainable livelihoods.

We’ll discuss options: reprocessing, resale at adjusted grade, or return (at your cost).

No. Buyer identity is confidential unless required by law.

No. Full KYC and licensing are required by South African and international AML laws.

Currently, only Ghana, South Africa, and South Sudan. We do not operate in DRC, Zimbabwe, or Mali.

Email sales@mineral.ltd with your license copy, location, and material details,

Frequently Asked Questions on Selling

Gold doré, silver concentrate, and copper concentrate—sourced from licensed operations in Ghana, South Africa, and South Sudan.

No. We source directly from licensed mines and verified artisanal cooperatives. We do not operate our own mines.

Our field teams conduct on-site verification: GPS tagging, license checks, chain-of-custody logs, and photo documentation at the mine gate.

Yes. All material comes from government-licensed sites outside conflict zones. We comply with OECD Due Diligence Guidance.

Yes. Every shipment includes a certificate from an independent, ISO 17025-accredited laboratory (e.g., SGS, Bureau Veritas).

Yes. You may nominate your preferred lab, or we’ll use a vetted partner in Accra, Johannesburg, or Nairobi.

Full dossier: origin certificate, chain-of-custody log, assay report, export permit, and market-specific compliance forms (EUDR, CBP, GACC, etc.).

Yes. We manage FOB shipments from Tema (Ghana), Durban (South Africa), and Juba (South Sudan)—including port handling and customs pre-clearance.

Gold: 5–50kg per shipment. Copper: 1–20 tonnes. Silver: 10–100kg. Larger volumes available via aggregation.

From agreement to port: 7–14 days, depending on location and assay scheduling.

No. We only trade freshly mined, primary-source material with verifiable origin.

Prices are based on LBMA or LME spot, minus agreed deductions for refining and logistics

No. All transactions are cash-on-delivery or LC-backed. We do not extend credit.

Yes. We provide full due diligence packs aligned with EU Regulation (EU) 2023/1115.

Yes. We serve refiners of all sizes, provided they have valid licenses and compliance protocols.

Email sales@mineral.ltd with your requirements: mineral, volume, destination, and timeline.

Only for high-volume or long-term agreements. Standard inquiries do not require one.

Irrevocable LC or TT against shipping documents. No cryptocurrency or third-party payments.

We’ve exported to UAE, USA, China, EU, UK, and India. If your country allows legal mineral imports, we can likely deliver.

We guarantee what’s documented. Final settlement is based on the buyer’s refinery assay, with tolerance clauses.

Yes, by prior arrangement and subject to mine owner approval and safety protocols.

Only if explicitly agreed. Most shipments are single-source to ensure traceability.

We assist with documentation resolution. Delays due to incomplete buyer-side paperwork are not our liability.

Yes. All artisanal partners are registered with national mining authorities and operate under legal frameworks.

Because we verify at source, document everything, and have zero rejected shipments since 2015.

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