Zogota is a town in southeastern
Guinea.
Mining
It is the site of large iron ore deposits.
Initial production proposed for 2012 is 2mtpa. The mine is owned by
BSG Resources
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The mine will be connected by a
standard gauge railway across the border to a port in
Liberia.
See also
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Iron ore in Africa
Iron ore production in Africa is dominated by South Africa, Mauritania and Algeria. Many countries possess iron ore deposits that are as yet untapped/unmined. Countries and companies currently involved in production are listed here; measurements ...
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Railway stations in Guinea
Railway stations in Guinea include:
Maps
UNHCR Atlas Map (2004)shows topography.
UN mapshows provinces; towns; railways
ReliefWeb Map - Topography and RailReliefWeb Map - Population density and Roads - also shows line parameters
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References
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Populated places in Guinea