AngloGold Ashanti is a global gold mining company headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, and publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol AU. Established in 2004 through the spin-out of Anglo American’s gold assets, the company has grown into one of the leading producers of gold worldwide. Its operations span four continents, reflecting a diversified portfolio that balances long-life assets with exploration potential.
The company’s core activities include the exploration, extraction and processing of gold ore, with byproducts such as silver recovered during refining. AngloGold Ashanti operates a mix of underground, open-pit and hybrid mining operations. Major producing assets and joint ventures are located in West and East Africa (notably in Ghana, Guinea and Tanzania), South America (Argentina and Brazil), Australia and the United States (Colorado and Nevada). These operations are complemented by regional exploration programs targeting prospective greenfield and brownfield deposits.
Since its inception, AngloGold Ashanti has invested in project development and technological innovation to enhance resource recovery and reduce operating costs. The company maintains an active pipeline of growth projects at various stages of permitting and feasibility, while also conducting brownfields exploration around its existing sites. A focus on responsible mining practices underpins its approach to environmental stewardship, community engagement and worker safety across all jurisdictions.
Governance is overseen by a board of directors based in Johannesburg, supported by an executive leadership team charged with driving operational performance and strategic growth. With a presence in world-class gold provinces and a commitment to sustainable development, AngloGold Ashanti continues to pursue opportunities that strengthen its position as a major player in the global gold sector.