Aurora Gold Mine is the only large operational gold project in Guyana. Acquired by Zijin Mining while under care and maintenance, the Aurora Gold Mine was swiftly recommissioned and turned profitable within the same year of acquisition.
The Aurora Gold Mine has a processing capacity of 10,000 tonnes per day and is currently building its Phase 1 underground mine. Upon reaching nameplate capacity, the project will achieve an annual gold production capacity of more than 4 tonnes.
In 2020, Zijin Mining acquired a 100% interest in Guyana Goldfields Inc.
The project supports surrounding communities and small businesses by providing transportation conveniences and medical services. It provides funding for local initiatives every year, sponsoring a cricket carnival, assisting schools affected by disasters in Region 8 of Guyana, supporting students in need in Linden and indigenous community development in Region 3, promoting indigenous cultural heritage, and funding the expansion of the Windsor Forest Primary School.