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Mahama and Gabon leader discuss climate action, mining and maritime security cooperation
Ghana and Gabon are set to explore greater cooperation in climate action, natural resource management and maritime security, as President John Dramani Mahama and Gabonese President, Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema discussed ways to address shared environmental and security concerns.
GIISDEC targets mine and processing plant development by 2027
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation (GIISDEC), William Okofo Dartey, has disclosed that the corporation is making steady progress towards establishing a mine and processing plant as part of efforts to develop Ghana’s iron and steel industry. According to him, discu...
Central Banks Bought Far Less Gold Than Thought at Start of Year
Central banks bought far less gold at the start of the year than previously thought, and while demand has since rebounded, their purchases are expected to decline this year, according to the World Gold Council. Central banks only bought 57 tons in the first quarter, 187 tons less than previously thought, the industry g...
Chamber of Mines rejects ‘colonial relic’ claim, defends Ghana’s mining fiscal regime
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has pushed back against claims by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) that the country’s mining fiscal framework is outdated and overly reliant on royalties, describing the characterisation as inaccurate and misleading. In a statement issued on April 20, the Chamber argued that Ghana oper...
Salman youth back Adamus; call for crackdown on illegal miners
The youth of Salman in the Ellembelle District of the Western Region have appealed to the public to disregard what they describe as false and misleading information being circulated about the operations of Adamus Mining Company
Ghana not getting enough public finance returns from mining sector – Dr Adu Owusu Sarkodie
Economist Adu Owusu Sarkodie says Ghana must adopt a more strategic approach in managing its extractive industry, warning that the country is not receiving enough public finance returns from the mining sector despite its importance to the economy. Speaking at the JoyBusiness Roundtable discussion on the theme, “To Nati...
Chairman Wontumi apologises to Mahama after illegal mining conviction
The jailed Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has apologised to President John Mahama and First Lady Lordina Mahama over remarks he made during the 2024 election campaign, while appealing for presidential clemency following his convic...
Analysis: Why foreign countries are pressuring Ghana over its gold royalties
Several foreign governments are pressing Ghana to reconsider a proposed overhaul of its mining royalty regime, according to a report by Reuters. The report indicates that the governments of Canada, Australia, China, South Africa and the United States have raised concerns about a new royalty sliding scale currently befo...
Asante Gold reports US$345million loss for 2025
Asante Gold Corporation recorded a net loss attributable to shareholders of US$345.44 million for the eleven months ended December 31, 2025, a sharp deterioration from the US$62.18 million loss reported for the previous financial year, according to the company’s audited consolidated financial statements released on Mar...
Illegal mining could force Ghana to import water, author warns
Justice Matthew Akita, author of The Galamsey King Must Dance Naked, has warned that Ghana risks becoming dependent on imported food and water if illegal mining continues to destroy farmland and pollute rivers. Speaking on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Wednesday (29 July), Akita said soil degradation caused by galamsey...
Mining firms in Bono given 3 August deadline to submit operational licences as Atronie River pollution sparks urgent action
The Bono Regional Coordinating Council (RCC) has issued a firm directive to all mining companies operating within the region to submit their operational licences, permits, and all relevant documentation for verification by the Bono Regional Security Council (REGSEC) no later than 3 August 2026. The Council has warned t...
Young Positivist writes: How Galamsey is affecting Ghana’s proforestation
Folks, I have decided to discuss an important issue that you are already aware of, which is gradually affecting the country in every aspect of its survival. The issue of galamsey (illegal mining) has been a national discussion for many years and continues to garner the attention it deserves. As a country, there are so...