Our History
A History Of Growth And Innovation
CM MINING began in 2015 sourcing gold from licensed operations in Ghana. It expanded into South Africa’s copper and gold belts by 2017, then established verification hubs in South Sudan by 2019. The UK office opened in 2020 to manage global compliance. Over eleven years, the firm has facilitated $45 billion in mineral trade and enabled verified shipments from Ghana to the USA, South Sudan to the UAE, and South Africa to China, always with full documentation and ethical chain-of-custody. administrative services.
Founded in Ghana
CM MINING launched in 2015, sourcing gold directly from licensed artisanal cooperatives in Ghana’s Ashanti and Western regions. Early shipments to Dubai established a model built on verification, ethical chain-of-custody, and on-ground presence laying the foundation for continental scale.
Relocated Main Operations to South Africa
In 2017, the firm moved its primary operational base to South Africa, integrating copper and gold concentrate sourcing from North West and Limpopo mines. This shift enabled structured export logistics, SGS-aligned assays, and stronger compliance frameworks for global buyers.
Entered South Sudan Corridor
By 2019, verification hubs were active in Juba and Rumbek, allowing direct engagement with licensed South Sudanese gold producers. Consignments began flowing to UAE refiners with full export permits and LBMA-compatible documentation—proving ethical trade is viable even in frontier zones.
Launched UK Trade Hub
The London office opened in 2022 to manage global compliance, client coordination, and ESG reporting. It streamlined shipments to the USA, China, and Europe, supporting $22.4 billion in facilitated mineral value by year-end—with over 400,000 kg of gold exported responsibly.
Achieved $45 Billion in Facilitated Trade
By 2025, CM MINING had facilitated $45 billion in verified mineral trade—including 450,000 kilograms of gold—across Ghana, South Africa, and South Sudan. Shipments reached the USA, UAE, China, and Europe, all backed by full documentation, ethical sourcing, and on-ground verification.
We have invested $45 billion in 24,000 transactions across 4 AFRICAN countries
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