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Precious metals
Gold, silver and the platinum-group metals
Precious-metal transactions are subject to enhanced due diligence, independent assay verification and chain-of-custody review before any counterparty introduction takes place.
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Africa mineral facts
Approximately 30%
Africa's share of the world's known mineral reserves.
According to World Bank reporting, Africa holds approximately 30% of the world's known mineral reserves. Estimates may change as exploration advances and economic or reporting conditions evolve.
World Bank — Extractives Global Programmatic Support · Estimate, reported 2023–2024 · Reviewed 21 Sept 2026
Global Leader
South Africa's position in platinum-group metals.
According to U.S. Geological Survey reporting, South Africa is the leading platinum producer and holds the world's largest reported reserves of platinum-group metals. These metals support automotive, industrial, medical and emerging hydrogen applications.
U.S. Geological Survey — Mineral Commodity Summaries · Reserves and production as reported 2024 · Reviewed 21 Sept 2026
Figures are estimates for the reporting year shown and may change as new data becomes available. Read the full briefing.
Information requested at submission
- Fineness and, where applicable, doré composition
- Refinery and assay-laboratory details
- Assay methodology and sample availability
- Mining, trading and export authorisations
- Proof of origin and chain-of-custody records
- Tax and royalty documentation
Review applied
- Enhanced due diligence for gold and material from conflict-affected or high-risk areas
- Sanctions and politically exposed person screening
- Independent verification of licences and permits
- Responsible-sourcing documentation review
- Technical review of assay results before any listing