The impact of bauxite mining on livestock farming and fishing in the prefecture of Boké in Guinea

March 23, 2026

The prefecture of Boké in the Republic of Guinea is home to the world’s largest bauxite reserves. Bauxite is used to produce aluminum, a metal that is essential to the defense, construction, aerospace, and renewable energy industries. Driven by global demand, bauxite mining in Guinea has accelerated significantly since 2015. However, the environmental impact of the mining industry is undermining c