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

From the lush jungles of West Africa to the arid plateaus of southern Africa, gold has lured fortunes and fostered rivalry for centuries. The continent's rich deposits have fueled booms and busts, creating nations and leaving a complex legacy in their wake. For every tale of extravagant wealth, there are countless stories of hardship, where the pro