AFRICA'S TREASURES: A TALE OF GOLD RUSH GLORY AND DECLINE

From the lush jungles of West Africa to the arid hillsides of southern Africa, gold has lured fortunes and fostered rivalry for centuries. The continent's golden veins have fueled booms and busts, transforming nations and leaving a complex legacy in their wake. For every tale of opulent lifestyles, there are countless stories of poverty, where the