Rabat, Morocco — Morocco Emerges as a Leading Silver Producer in Africa Morocco has recently been recognized as one of the world’s top silver-producing countries, a significant achievement for the African continent.
The nation’s emergence in the silver industry has been primarily driven by the expansion of the Zgounder mine, which has contributed to Africa’s strongest percentage increase in silver production in 2025.
The global mine production of silver rose by 3% in 2025, reaching 846.
6 million ounces. Morocco’s contribution to this growth was notable, as the country’s silver production expanded due to the expansion of the Zgounder mine.
This mine has become a key factor in Morocco’s advancement in the silver industry, and its impact on the continent is significant.
Silver, a metal with a rich history of use in jewelry, coins, and alloys, has seen a growing demand in recent years, particularly in the solar energy sector and for industrial applications such as brazing alloys and soldering within electronics. Morocco’s rise as a silver producer has been fueled by this consistent growth in industrial demand.
The mining.
Com article highlights the global decline in silver mine output and the market deficit projected for 2024, making Morocco’s rise in silver production a notable exception to this trend.
The mintstategold. Com article further discusses the drivers behind silver mining, with the consistent growth in industrial demand being a key factor in Morocco’s success.
Despite the rise in production, questions remain regarding Morocco’s specific ranking among the world’s top silver-producing countries, the exact contribution to global production, and the long-term prospects for silver production considering the sustainability of the Zgounder mine and the global demand for silver.
As Morocco solidifies its position in the silver industry, it will be crucial to monitor the mine’s expansion plans and their potential impact on the country’s silver production.
The Zgounder mine’s success could serve as a model for other African countries looking to diversify their economies and leverage their natural resources.
In conclusion, Morocco’s emergence as a leading silver-producing country is a testament to the nation’s potential in the global mining sector.
The expansion of the Zgounder mine has been a significant factor in this achievement, and its success story holds promise for the future of silver production in Africa.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: Africa.businessinsider
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