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

From the lush savannas of West Africa to the arid deserts of southern Africa, gold has lured fortunes and fostered tension for centuries. The continent's rich deposits 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 hardship, where the prom