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Mauritania Issues New Mining Permits

Mining is getting a solid boost in Mauritania with the government handing out a license for a new phosphate mine.

The Bofal Indo Mining Co is to establish the phosphate mine in the Bofal-Loubeira area as per the Agence Mauritanienne d’Information.

The state owned agency said that mine in the south west Bofal-Loubeira area will include a phosphoric acid processing plant. The plant will be based in Nouakchott and will be constructed within the next three years.

The Agence Mauritanienne d’Information awarded exploration licenses for two gold projects to Piedras Ornamentales Hergha SL.

The agency also said that the Elite Earth Minerals and Metals was given an iron ore exploration deal in Lekcheiouatt. Curve Capital Ventures Limited also got an iron ore development permit in Louted and Akjoujt areas.

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Joel relocated to Australia in 1995 from the United Kingdom and spent five years working in the mining industry as an exploration geotechnician. His role involved utilizing GIS mapping and CAD software. Upon transitioning to the North Coast of NSW, Australia, Joel embarked on a career as a graphic designer at a well-known consultancy firm. Subsequently, he established a successful web services business catering to companies across the eastern seaboard of Australia. It was during this time that he conceived and launched News-Medical.Net. Joel has been an integral part of AZoNetwork since its inception in 2000. Joel possesses a keen interest in exploring the boundaries of technology, comprehending its potential impact on society, and actively engaging with AI-driven solutions and advancements.

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