Endeavour Mining injects 1.7 trillion FCFA into Côte d’Ivoire’s economy from 2021 to 2025

Gold mining as a driver of sustainable growth in Côte d’Ivoire

Between 2021 and 2025, Endeavour Mining contributed 1.71 trillion FCFA to Côte d’Ivoire’s economy, marking a significant milestone in the country’s mining sector. Of this amount, 644 billion FCFA was directly channeled to the Ivorian state in the form of taxes, royalties, and dividends, as detailed in the company’s inaugural country impact report, titled Creating Tangible Value.

The report, unveiled at Endeavour Mining’s Cocody headquarters on June 29, 2026, highlights the economic, social, and environmental impact of the Ity and Lafigué gold mines over the past five years.

Strengthening partnerships for shared progress

Laetitia Gadegbeku-Ouattara, Vice President of Public Affairs and Country Director at Endeavour Mining Côte d’Ivoire, emphasized that the Ity and Lafigué mines have transformed gold extraction into a catalyst for sustainable development in the region. She reiterated the company’s commitment to fostering trust, transparency, and inclusive growth through its operations.

The financial contributions to the state were broken down as follows: 398 billion FCFA from taxes, 149 billion FCFA from royalties, and 97 billion FCFA from dividends. Additionally, Endeavour invested 904 billion FCFA in purchases from local suppliers, reinforcing its role as a key economic player in Côte d’Ivoire.

The company also employs over 1,350 people, with 94% of its workforce being Ivorian nationals. Furthermore, Endeavour collaborates with 4,390 service providers and 600 local suppliers, solidifying its position as the country’s leading gold producer and a major contributor to public revenue.

Health initiatives reach over 120,000 people

Endeavour’s commitment to community well-being is reflected in its health programs, which have benefited more than 120,000 individuals through prevention, screening, and access to care initiatives. The company’s mobile health clinics, known as the Health Caravans, provided free consultations and treatments to nearly 4,000 people, while 64 cataract surgeries were performed at no cost to patients.

Dr. Youssouf Koné, the district health director of Zouan-Hounien, acknowledged the company’s role in supporting malaria control efforts among populations living near the Ity mine.

Education and youth empowerment take center stage

Endeavour’s educational programs have empowered 4,000 children and young people between 2021 and 2025, while 842 students gained practical work experience through internships. Key initiatives include Tomorrow’s Elite, Girls in School, and Golden Nuggets, all aimed at nurturing human capital and fostering future opportunities.

Infrastructure investments transform communities

The company allocated over 2.8 billion FCFA to community infrastructure projects, resulting in:

• 71 water and safety access projects, benefiting thousands of households;
• 16 road rehabilitation projects, improving mobility for over 360,000 people;
• 10 rural electrification initiatives;
• 1,000 driver’s licenses issued to enhance youth employability.

Economic empowerment drives local development

Endeavour’s income-generating initiatives have impacted 3,000 individuals, with a total investment of 487 million FCFA. A notable program, N’Goto Yetehe, trained 63 young people in eight trades at the Lafigué site, particularly focusing on women and youth.

Environmental stewardship leads to tangible results

The company’s environmental efforts have yielded impressive outcomes, including:

• 158,000 trees planted;
• 199 hectares of land protected or restored;
• 125 hectares of classified forests rehabilitated in partnership with SODEFOR;
• Over 1.3 million single-use plastic bottles eliminated, achieving a 99% reduction in three years through the Zero Plastic Strategy.

The 2021–2025 Côte d’Ivoire Impact Report was presented to host communities of the Ity and Lafigué mines, with participation from local authorities, traditional leaders, and representatives of women, youth, and mining project steering committees.

Endeavour Mining, one of the world’s leading gold producers and West Africa’s top gold miner, operates in Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, and Burkina Faso while advancing projects in the Birimian belt. The company is listed on the London and Toronto stock exchanges under the ticker symbol EDV.