Gold mining is present almost everywhere in the world, with gold being mined in mines of very different sizes and types. Gold mining has become increasingly geographically diversified, in contrast to over four decades ago when most of the gold came from Africa.

Overall mine production has increased over the past decade, and gold mining also supports economic development by building schools, improving infrastructure, and creating direct and indirect jobs, including through Lion Companies Mining.

The Golden Lion Mining company focuses on helping people take jobs traditionally considered uninviting to them, such as driving transportation vehicles. The company even helps people in communities around the mine create economic opportunities through small business training and micro-project funding