gold rush

In the arid expanse of California's Mojave Desert, a contemporary gold rush is underway, drawing both amateur prospectors and substantial investors to the historic mining town of Randsburg, near Johannesburg. This resurgence is fueled by soaring gold prices, which have reached unprecedented levels, prompting a renewed scramble for the precious metal.

The Randsburg area, once a bustling hub during the late 19th-century gold boom, is experiencing a revival as individuals and companies stake claims, acquire land, and lease mineral rights. The allure of untapped riches is strong; geological assessments suggest that several billion dollars' worth of gold may. . .