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Table showing gold plated with other minerals (silver, tanzanite, platinum) for the last five years (2011/2012-2015/2016)
| Financial Year | Net weight (Kgs) | Value (Ushs) |
| 2011/2012 | 1551 | 40 (bn) |
| 2012/2013 | 7405 | 16 (bn) |
| 2013/2014 | 1940 | 650 (mn) |
| 2014/2015 | 52 | 276 (mn) |
| 2015/2016 | 5420 | 699 (bn) |
Source: URA research department
Facts about the AGR:
- AGR was established in Uganda in 2014
- In 2016, AGR processed over 9 tons and currently processes 250kgs a week, 1 ton per month
- AGR is 100% owned by the Belgian, Alain Goetz
- To date AGR has contributed Shs 1.8 billion to the Ugandan treasury
- AGR’s inward investment to date amounts to $23,000,000, employs 75 local staff
- AGR is supporting Entebbe Children’s Welfare School which specializes in the support and education of orphans and children with special needs.
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