International buyers secure reliable gold supply from Africa not through remote deals, but through structured, on-the-ground engagement. In an industry where opacity enables fraud, success depends on direct verification, staged payments, and partnership with verified local operators. Since 2015, AFRICA GOLD has guided institutional buyers through this process turning perceived risk into predictable, compliant supply.
Step 1: Verify the Exporter’s Legal Standing
Buyers must confirm active national licenses:
- Ghana: Precious Minerals Buyer’s License + PMMC registration
- South Africa: SADPMR registration + SARS compliance
- South Sudan: Dual permits from Ministry of Mining & Trade
Call or visit issuing offices directly. Legitimate exporters welcome third-party confirmation.
Step 2: Conduct On-Site Due Diligence
Visit collection points in Ghana, South Africa, or South Sudan to:
- Witness miner ID verification
- Observe weighing and sealing
- Review chain-of-custody logs
- Meet field teams in person
Brokers refuse such visits; verified exporters encourage them.
Step 3: Run a Trial Shipment (1–5 kg)
Test the full workflow:
- Permit processing speed
- Assay accuracy
- Documentation quality
- Communication during transit
A professional exporter treats trials as trust-building not obstacles.
Step 4: Structure Payments Around Milestones
Never pay 100% upfront. Use staged payments tied to verifiable steps:
- 10–30% against permit submission
- Balance after refinery intake confirmation
This protects both buyer and seller.
Why This Process Works
Refineries and customs agencies use these same checks. If your due diligence passes, so will your shipment. AFRICA GOLD aligns its workflows with these standards making buyer verification seamless.
Conclusion
Securing gold supply from Africa requires presence, patience, and process—not just price negotiation. By verifying exporters, visiting sites, running trials, and staging payments, international buyers build partnerships that deliver consistent, compliant supply. In 2026, the safest African gold isn’t the cheapest—it’s the most thoroughly verified.
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