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Zawya
3 days ago
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MKS PAMP to Participate at Mining in Motion as Bronze Sponsor
The Mining in Motion 2025 Summit – Ghana's premier gathering for mining stakeholders - welcomes global precious metals trading and investment firm MKS PAMP as a bronze sponsor. Taking place on June 2 - 4, 2025 in Accra, the summit will serve as a platform for MKS PAMP to showcase its growing contributions to Ghana's mining sector, particularly its support for responsible and inclusive gold supply chains. As a sponsor, MKS PAMP will take part in high-level panel discussions, highlighting innovative financing models aimed at empowering Ghana's artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) sector. The company's global operations - spanning sourcing, refining, trading, and supplying of precious metals - include a strong focus on Ghanaian gold, contributing to both local industry growth and the stability of global gold supply. Through its partnership with the Bank of Ghana, MKS PAMP is actively supporting ASGM operators by providing financial and technical assistance. The partnership is designed to help small-scale miners transition into the formal gold market, ensuring they benefit from global trading standards while enhancing traceability and compliance. In addition to supporting small-scale miners, MKS PAMP also works with large-scale operators to reinforce transparency across the value chain. In a notable collaboration with Newmont Corporation - which operates the Ahafo and Akyem Mines in Ghana - MKS PAMP launched mine-to-market traceable gold bars. The solution enables consumers to track the origin of their gold while offering regulators and stakeholders confidence in the transparency and ethical sourcing of monetized resources. At Mining in Motion, MKS PAMP will delve deeper into these contributions through participation in exclusive networking sessions and project showcases, engaging with local, regional, and international partners. The firm's participation at Mining in Motion reflects a broader commitment to supporting sustainable development, responsible sourcing, and emerging investment opportunities within Ghana's expanding gold sector. Organized by the Ashanti Green Initiative – led by Oheneba Kwaku Duah, Prince of Ghana's Ashanti Kingdom – in collaboration with Ghana's Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, World Bank, and the World Gold Council, with the support of Ghana's Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the summit offers unparalleled opportunities to connect with industry leaders. Stay informed about the latest advancements, network with industry leaders, and engage in critical discussions on key issues impacting small-scale miners and medium- to large-scale mining in Ghana. Secure your spot at the Mining in Motion 2025 Summit by visiting For sponsorship opportunities or delegate participation, contact Sales@ Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital&Power.
Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Mining in Motion Welcomes United Kingdom (UK) – Ghana Gold Program as Bronze Sponsor
The United Kingdom - Ghana Gold Program (UKGGP) has confirmed its participation as a Bronze Sponsor at the highly anticipated – Ghana's premier gathering for mining stakeholders, scheduled for June 2 – 4, 2025 in Accra. Implemented by UK-based TAG International in partnership with the Ghanaian government, the UKGGP aims to combat illegal mining, promote the formalization of artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM), and enhance miners' technical capabilities through targeted training and capacity-building initiatives. At Mining in Motion, UKGGP representatives will engage with Ghanaian regulators, mining stakeholders, and international partners to address the pressing challenges posed by illegal mining and explore best practices for sustainable and inclusive mining development. Despite generating over $5 billion annually in export revenue, Ghana's ASGM sector loses up to $2.3 billion to illegal operations - a gap that can be significantly reduced through effective formalization. In response, the UKGGP is spearheading community development and skills training efforts in mineral-rich regions such as Aboso, Prestea, and Bondaye, aiming to equip miners with the tools needed to operate within the formal mining value chain. Mining in Motion, with its strong focus on ASGM empowerment, formalization and environmental rehabilitation and sustainability, provides an ideal platform for UKGGP to showcase its mission and impact. UKGGP representatives will participate in high-level panel discussions, exclusive networking sessions, and project showcases, highlighting initiatives aimed at empowering ASGM operators, promote environmental rehabilitation, and drive sustainable mining practices in Ghana. Organized by the Ashanti Green Initiative – led by Oheneba Kwaku Duah, Prince of Ghana's Ashanti Kingdom – in collaboration with Ghana's Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, World Bank, and the World Gold Council, with the support of Ghana's Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, the summit offers unparalleled opportunities to connect with industry leaders. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital&Power. For sponsorship opportunities or delegate participation, contact: Sales@ About Mining in Motion Summit: Stay informed about the latest advancements, network with industry leaders, and engage in critical discussions on key issues impacting small-scale miners and medium- to large-scale mining in Ghana. Secure your spot at the Mining in Motion 2025 Summit by visiting
Zawya
14-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Formalizing Artisanal and Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) for Growth: Mining in Motion to Unpack Ghana's Success, Ongoing Efforts
The upcoming Mining in Motion Summit – Ghana's premier gathering for mining stakeholders, scheduled for June 2 - 4, 2025 in Accra – will feature a high-level panel discussion on the country's ongoing efforts to formalize its artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM) sector. Titled Case Studies in ASGM Formalization: Learning from Successes and Addressing Challenges, the panel will explore regulation and programs enhancing the ASGM sector's contribution to mining sector growth in Ghana. The panel will feature representatives from the Minerals Commission of Ghana, the World Bank and key ASGM industry players. ASGM plays a vital role in Ghana's mining sector, contributing over $5 billion in gold export revenue in 2024, employing more than one million people and accounting for over 40% of national gold production. Through the recently established Ghana Gold Board, the country aims to curb gold smuggling - estimated to cost the country $2.3 billion annually - by providing a legal platform for small-scale miners to sell gold and access financing to expand their operations. Furthermore, the Ghana Land Restoration and Small-Scale Mining Project - launched in partnership with the World Bank - offers financial and technical assistance to ASGM operators, helping them improve sustainable land use while providing legal integration into the broader mining economy. The Minerals Commission of Ghana and the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources are driving the country's agenda to formalize the ASGM sector by simplifying licensing processes via District Mining Committees. In addition, Community Mining Schemes continue to play a critical role in combating illegal mining by organizing miners into formalized, community-based cooperatives, boosting their access to finance, technology and training. Mining in Motion will not only showcase Ghana's progress but also provide a platform for ASGM stakeholders to gain valuable insights into overcoming sector challenges and scaling their operations legally and sustainably. The summit, hosted by the Ashanti Green Initiative under the leadership of Oheneba Kwaku Duah, Prince of the Ashanti Kingdom, is organized in collaboration with the World Bank and the World Gold Council. Stay informed about the latest advancements, network with industry leaders, and engage in critical discussions on key issues impacting small-scale miners and medium- to large-scale mining in Ghana. Secure your spot at the Mining in Motion 2025 Summit by visiting For sponsorship opportunities or delegate participation, contact Sales@ Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital&Power.
Zawya
13-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Mining in Motion to unlock new era of ASGM -LSM collaboration in Ghana
Ghana's Minerals Commission is leading efforts to reduce land-use conflicts by demarcating zones for ASGM within or near large-scale mining concessions, enabling regulated and peaceful coexistence between the two sectors ACCRA, Ghana -- Ghana is expanding its gold mining sector to drive employment creation and sustainable economic growth. To achieve this socioeconomic development agenda, cooperation between artisanal and small-scale miners (ASGM) and large-scale miners (LSM) is imperative. The upcoming Mining in Motion Summit – Ghana's premier gathering for mining stakeholders, scheduled for June 2 – 4, 2025 in Accra – will feature a panel discussion highlighting collaboration between ASGM and LSM players in driving industry expansion. Titled Fostering Synergies Between ASM and LSM: Maximizing Gold Value Through Collaboration and sponsored by Newmont Africa, the session will include representatives from the Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners, the World Gold Council and the ECOWAS Chamber of Mines. Ghana's Minerals Commission is leading efforts to reduce land-use conflicts by demarcating zones for ASGM within or near large-scale mining concessions, enabling regulated and peaceful coexistence between the two sectors. Additionally, initiatives such as the Community Mining Scheme and the World Bank-funded Ghana Landscape Restoration and Small-Scale Mining Project are fostering legal and sustainable operations by ASGM groups within designated areas. These initiatives not only curb illegal mining but also promote shared infrastructure use such as road networks with LSM companies operating in the same regions. Ghana is also promoting dialogue and shared learning through multi-stakeholder platforms such as the Mining in Motion Summit. The event brings together regulatory authorities, ASGM leaders and major LSM firms, including Newmont Africa, AngloGold Ashanti, Emirates Gold, Rand Refinery and representatives from the World Gold Council. These engagements ensure that the needs and perspectives of both small- and large-scale operators are incorporated into national mining policies and development strategies. Organized by the Ashanti Green Initiative under the leadership of Oheneba Kwaku Duah, Prince of Ghana's Ashanti Kingdom, and hosted in partnership with the World Bank and the World Gold Council, the 2025 edition of the summit will convene under the theme: Sustainable Mining & Local Growth – Leveraging Resources for Global Impact. The event aims to align Ghana's mining agenda with global sustainability goals, while promoting inclusive growth. Stay informed about the latest advancements, network with industry leaders, and engage in critical discussions on key issues impacting small-scale miners and medium to large scale mining in Ghana. Secure your spot at the Mining in Motion 2025 Summit by visiting For sponsorship opportunities or delegate participation, contact Sales@ Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital & Power. SOURCE Energy Capital & Power
Zawya
23-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Minerals Commission of Ghana to Participate at Mining in Motion 2025
Martin Kwaku Ayisi, CEO of the Minerals Commission of Ghana, will speak at the upcoming Mining in Motion 2025 Summit. As the head of the government agency responsible for developing, coordinating and monitoring mineral sector policies, Ayisi's participation will be instrumental in presenting Ghana's vision for sustainable mining sector growth. He will join the panel discussion, Case Studies in Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASGM) Formalization: Learning from Successes and Addressing Challenges, highlighting Ghana's progress in supporting small-scale miners. Under Ayisi's leadership, the Commission has introduced key initiatives including the Cooperative Mining Policy, the Ghana Landscape Restoration and Small-Scale Mining Project and the establishment of District Mining Committees – all aimed at improving and formalizing the ASGM sector. The Commission is also advancing gender inclusivity and economic empowerment through its Financial Independence, Skills Development and Women Empowerment Initiative, which promotes the active participation of women in the mining industry. These efforts have contributed to the continued expansion of the ASGM sector, which in 2024 generated $5 billion in export revenue and employed over one million people, reinforcing Ghana's position as Africa's leading gold producer and the sixth largest globally. With more than two decades of experience in Ghana's extractive sector, Ayisi brings valuable insight to the Summit. A seasoned mining and petroleum lawyer, he has served on the Board of Directors of the Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation and previously held the role of Senior Legal Officer at the Minerals Commission. Organized by the Ashanti Green Initiative in partnership with the World Bank, the World Gold Council,and other global stakeholders, the Mining in Motion 2025 Summit will be held under the theme, Sustainable Mining&Local Growth – Leveraging Resources for Global Impact. The event will convene public and private sector leaders including H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, along with high-level representatives from the African Union and the United Nations. Stay informed about the latest advancements, network with industry leaders, and engage in critical discussions on key issues impacting small-scale miners and medium to large scale mining in Ghana. Secure your spot at the Mining in Motion 2025 Summit by visiting For sponsorship opportunities or delegate participation, contact sales@ Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital&Power.
