Extracting Excellence,
Refining Trust
World-class gold refining services achieving 99.99% purity. Transparent, secure, and sustainable precious metals solutions for miners, traders, and institutions across Africa.
Purity Guaranteed
Fast Turnaround
Years of Excellence
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Uganda's First LBMA-Certified Gold Refinery
Founded in 2017 by a team of metallurgical engineers and mining industry veterans, Qarni Mining Company Limited was born from a simple observation: East Africa needed a world-class gold refinery that could compete with European and Asian facilities while remaining accessible to local miners.
We invested in Swiss refining technology, recruited internationally trained metallurgists, and built Uganda's first LBMA-certified facility. Within two years, we achieved what many thought impossible—international certification that positioned us among the world's most trusted refineries.
Today, we process over 250 kilograms of gold monthly from sources across 20+ countries. But our success isn't measured just in gold refined—it's measured in the 500+ jobs we've created, the communities we've strengthened, and the new standard of excellence we've set for Uganda's mining industry.
"We didn't just want to refine gold—we wanted to refine Uganda's reputation as a serious player in the global precious metals industry. Every bar we produce carries that commitment."
Mr. Asiimwe Mahad
CEO
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Africa's Most Trusted Gold Refinery
Combining Swiss precision with African accessibility
Global Standards, Local Access
We're one of only 75 LBMA-approved refineries worldwide and the FIRST in Uganda. Your refined gold is accepted without question on all major international bullion markets—from London to Dubai to Zurich.
See Everything, Question Nothing
From the moment your gold enters our facility to final settlement, every step is documented, tracked, and accessible. No hidden fees, no surprise deductions, no uncertainty—just honest business backed by technology.
48-72 Hours, 99.99% Purity
Time is money in precious metals. Our Swiss-engineered process delivers 99.99% pure gold in 48-72 hours without cutting corners on quality. Express 24-hour service available when you need it most.
Comprehensive Gold Solutions
End-to-end precious metals services for miners, traders, and investors
Gold Refining to 99.99% Purity
Transform raw gold into certified bullion with our Swiss-engineered refining process. From ore to pure bars in 48-72 hours.
Laboratory Assaying & Testing
Secure Vault Storage
Logistics & Transport
Bullion Trading
Custom Orders & Alloys
From Raw Gold to Pure Bullion in 5 Steps
A transparent, secure journey from your hands to certified gold bars
Secure Receipt
We pick up your gold with armed transport or you deliver in person. Immediate weight verification.
Same dayLaboratory Assay
Advanced XRF and fire assay testing determines exact gold content.
24 hoursRefining Process
Swiss electrolytic refining achieves 99.99% purity using advanced processes.
48-72 hoursQuality Certification
Final testing, certification, and bar stamping with unique serial number.
4 hoursDelivery & Settlement
Receive your pure gold bars or payment via multiple secure options.
24 hoursServing Clients Across Industries & Borders
From local artisanal miners to multinational corporations
Artisanal Miners
Small-scale miners across Uganda & East Africa
Mining Companies
Commercial mining operations & cooperatives
Jewelry Manufacturers
Fine jewelry makers in Dubai, India, Europe
Financial Institutions
Banks, investment firms, asset managers
Traders & Investors
Individual and corporate precious metals traders
20+ Countries Served Across 5 Continents
Why Choose Us Over Others?
We've reimagined what a gold refinery should be
Trusted by Leaders Across Industries
Don't just take our word for it—hear from partners who've experienced the Qarni difference.
“Qarni's transparency and speed are unmatched. We've been refining with them for 3 years and have never once questioned their integrity. The 99.99% purity guarantee is real, and their team treats our gold as if it were their own.”
Samuel Okello
CEO, Nile Gold Mining Ltd.
Kampala, Uganda
Samuel Okello
CEO, Nile Gold Mining Ltd.
Kampala, Uganda
Fatima Hassan
Head of Procurement, Luxe Jewelry House
Dubai, UAE
James Mutua
Investment Manager, East Africa Capital
Nairobi, Kenya
Refining Gold, Preserving Our Planet
Environmental stewardship isn't an afterthought—it's built into every decision we make. From our renewable energy infrastructure to our waste recycling systems, we've proven that refining gold and protecting the environment aren't mutually exclusive.
Our 98% waste recycling rate isn't just industry-leading—it's a testament to what's possible when sustainability drives innovation. We're on track for carbon neutrality by 2026, not through offsets alone, but through fundamental operational changes.
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Quick Answers to Common Questions
New to gold refining? We've got you covered.
Our refining fees range from 1.5% to 3% of gold value, depending on batch size. We offer special community pricing (1.5-2%) for artisanal miners to support local communities. Volume discounts available for larger batches. No hidden fees—what you see is what you pay.
Our standard minimum is 100 grams for most clients. However, we have a special Artisanal Miner Program with a minimum of just 50 grams to support small-scale miners. Contact us if you have less—we're flexible for first-time clients.
Standard refining takes 48-72 hours from receipt to delivery. We also offer Express 24-hour service for urgent needs. The assay alone is completed within 24 hours, and you'll receive updates at every step via SMS or email.
Absolutely. Your gold is fully insured from the moment it enters our facility until delivery, underwritten by Lloyd's of London. We maintain 24/7 armed security, biometric access control, and have a 7-year zero-incident track record. Your gold is as safe as it gets.
We guarantee 99.99% (four nines) purity using our Swiss electrolytic refining process. This is LBMA Good Delivery standard, meaning your refined gold is accepted globally without re-assaying. If we can't achieve 99.99%, you get a full refund.
We do both! We offer refining services where you keep your gold as bars, or we can purchase your gold outright at competitive market rates. We also offer bullion trading for buying and selling LBMA-certified gold bars. You choose what works best for you.