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Zawya
23-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Ghana Sets Stage for Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) Reform, Responsible Gold Leadership at Mining in Motion Webinar
The Ashanti Green Initiative (AGI) today hosted a high-level virtual briefing to provide an exclusive preview of the upcoming Mining in Motion Summit, set to take place on June 2–4, 2025 in Accra, Ghana. The webinar, led by mining governance expert Charles Kwarteng Antwi, presented a bold advocacy agenda for formalizing Ghana's artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector, with the aim of positioning the country as a leader in responsible gold production. 'Today's conversation goes beyond gold – it is about people, progress and possibilities. We are here to explore how innovation, responsibility and collective will can transform the artisanal mining sector into a force for good,' said Charles during his keynote. Ghana, which produces more than 130 metric tonnes of gold annually – 35% of it from ASM – faces a critical inflection point. While the ASM sector supports more than 1.1 million people across over 100 districts, it remains largely informal, limiting miners' access to finance, safety standards and global markets. 'The paradox is clear: while ASM contributes over $2 billion in annual gold exports, the very actors producing this gold remain marginalized from its value,' said Charles. 'The solution lies in the formalization of the sector, not as a tool for punishment, but to be seen as a tool for empowerment.' The Mining in Motion Summit, organized by AGI in collaboration with the World Bank, World Gold Council and other global partners, will convene public and private sector leaders, development organizations and traditional authorities. Key participants include H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, alongside delegations from South Africa, Mali, Côte d'Ivoire, ECOWAS, the African Union and the United Nations Development Program. The event will feature site visits to artisanal mining areas undergoing rehabilitation, and a three-day agenda of panels and working groups focused on responsible sourcing, traceability, formalization strategies and ESG compliance. '[This] is where Africa asserts its place in the global gold economy – not as a passive exporter, but as a standard-setter, innovator and unifier within the space,' said Charles. Additionally, he emphasized the importance of aligning with global gold standards, including the OECD Due Diligence Guidance, the London Bullion Market Association's Responsible Gold Guidance and the UAE Good Delivery Standard. However, implementation requires investment and infrastructure. 'Setting up a compliance infrastructure comes at a cost: miners need training; cooperatives need formal recognition; certification requires labs, logistics and digital systems. This is why AGI is calling for international investments to ensure desired growth and outcomes,'said Charles. AGI's long-term vision is to make Ghana a global leader in gold traceability by 2030. 'Our vision is one where Ghanaian gold is fully traceable from mine to market, produced under conditions that respect human rights and the environment, recognized globally but rooted locally, and used as a tool not just for export, but for domestic and continental economic empowerment.' The webinar closed with a message of shared responsibility and opportunity: 'Ghana's gold must power more than profits. It must power schools, health clinics, clean rivers, forest restoration and create thriving and sustainable communities.' To secure your spot at the Mining in Motion 2025 Summit, visit Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital&Power. For sponsorship or delegate opportunities, contact: sales@ For interviews or media requests, contact: or
Zawya
16-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
AngloGold Ashanti to Champion Collaborative Mining at Mining in Motion Summit
Stewart Bailey, Chief Corporate Affairs&Sustainability Officer at Anglogold Ashanti, will speak at the upcoming Mining in Motion Summit, joining a high-level panel discussion on Fostering Synergies Between Artisanal and Small-Scale Miners and Large-Scale Miners: Maximizing Gold Value through Collaboration. He will be joined by representatives from the World Gold Council, Newmont Africa, the Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners and the ECOWAS Chamber of Mines. The panel will explore strategies for fostering collaboration between small-scale and large-scale miners to unlock greater value and growth in Ghana's gold sector. The discussion comes at a pivotal moment as Ghana works to realize the full potential of its gold industry by promoting infrastructure development and knowledge transfer across mining tiers. Bailey's participation is particularly noteworthy given AngloGold Ashanti's longstanding contributions to Ghana's mining sector and its global experience in gold project development. The company is currently undertaking a multi-phase, $500 million reinvestment strategy to fully restart and optimize production at the Obuasi mine, which holds an estimated 5.8 million ounces of untapped gold reserves. The revitalized project is expected to support a mine life of over 20 years. In western Ghana, AngloGold Ashanti operates the Iduapriem gold mine, a $142 million asset producing approximately 268,000 ounces annually, with a target of unlocking over 2 million ounces in reserves. The company has also proposed a strategic merger of Iduapriem with Gold Fields' Tarkwa Mine to extend mine life, boost production, reduce costs and enhance economic value for Ghana. As Ghana accelerates efforts to expand its gold mining industry, AngloGold Ashanti's presence at the Mining in Motion Summit highlights its commitment to sustainable development, cross-sector collaboration and long-term value creation for both local communities and the national economy. The company's active engagement in high-level dialogue reflects its belief that inclusive partnerships and shared expertise are essential to building a more resilient and responsible mining sector. 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
11-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
World Gold Council CEO to Deliver Keynote at Mining in Motion 2025
David Tait, CEO of the World Gold Council, will participate at the upcoming Mining in Motion Summit - taking place on June 2-4, 2025, in Accra - as a keynote speaker. Representing the global trade body for the gold industry, Tait's participation underscores Ghana's growing influence in the global gold market. As Africa's top gold producer and the world's sixth-largest, Ghana plays an increasingly vital role in ensuring the stability and sustainability of global gold supply. The World Gold Council supports Ghana's mining ecosystem through various initiatives. Its Executive Program in Gold Reserves Management equips governments - including Ghana's - with global best practices to strengthen gold reserve management and attract investment. Additionally, the Responsible Gold Mining Principles offer practical frameworks for environmental and social governance, enabling gold-producing countries such as Ghana and companies to adopt more sustainable and ethical mining practices. The council reinforces its deep connection to Ghana's mining landscape with many of the country's key gold mining firms representing members of the World Gold Council. Notably, Newmont Corporation operates the Ahafo and Akyem mines; Gold Fields operates the Asumura, Tarkwa, Damang and New Obuasi facilities; while AngloGold Ashanti operates the Teberebie, Obuasi and Manso Nkwanta mines. As a source of data and insights on gold's societal and economic impact, the World Gold Council supports Ghana's continued mining expansion. The gold sector already serves as the largest contributor to the country's national GDP, accounting for 57% of total export revenues in 2024. With gold exports generating $11.6 billion last year alone, the industry is a major enabler of national development, funding critical sectors such as health and education. Mining in Motion presents an ideal platform for Tait to present global market trends, offering guidance on how Ghana can align its gold sector with international standards to maximize output, attract investment and drive economic growth. Mining in Motion is spearheaded by the Ashanti Green Initiative, under the leadership of Oheneba Kwaku Duah, Prince of Ghana's Ashanti Kingdom, and is hosted in partnership 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 _www For sponsorship opportunities or delegate participation, contact Sales@ Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Energy Capital&Power.
Zawya
26-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Ghana Drives Small-Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) Growth, Sustainable Mining with Global Partnerships
Ghana is strengthening its collaboration with international partners to enhance ( its small-scale gold mining (ASGM) sector and the broader gold value chain for socioeconomic development. The Ashanti Green Initiative, led by Oheneba Kwaku Duah, Prince of Ghana's Ashanti Kingdom, is spearheading the inaugural Mining in Motion Summit in partnership with the World Bank and the World Gold Council. Scheduled for June 2-4, 2025 in Accra, the summit brings together stakeholders from Ghana's ASGM sector, major mining players and global investors to discuss best practices for further empowering the ASGM industry. In 2024 alone, ASGM contributed $5 billion in export revenue and employed over one million people, underscoring its significance in Ghana's mining landscape and economy. Global Partnerships and ASGM Growth Ghana is also implementing ( the Ghana Landscape Restoration and Small-Scale Mining Project, in partnership with the World Bank, to formalize the ASGM sector through the empowerment of District Mining Committees. Given the sector's potential for job creation, the project plays a crucial role in advancing Ghana's employment and economic growth agenda. Additionally, Ghana is leveraging expertise and financing from global partners to enhance local value addition. The country's Central Bank and India's Rosy Royal Minerals have been operating the Royal Ghana Gold Refinery ( since its launch in August 2024. The facility presents a transformative opportunity for the ASGM industry, enabling greater contributions to GDP growth through value-added gold products. In November 2024, the Minerals Income Investment Fund of Ghana partnered with South Africa's Mintek to boost the technical expertise of local miners. Global Cooperation on Industrial Mining Ghana's industrial mining sector is also witnessing significant international cooperation, with new projects set to expand production. Cardinal Resources is set to boost Ghana's gold output by 358,000 ounces with the launch of the Namdini Mine in mid-2025, while Newmont's Ahafo North Project will add another 325,000 ounces in the second half of the year. Meanwhile, Canadian mining firm Asante Gold is preparing to select a contractor for its Bibiani Mine Expansion Project in Q3 2025. The UAE, which accounted for 40% of Ghana's gold exports in 2024, continues to play a significant role in the sector's expansion. UAE-based Emiral Resources Limited, the majority shareholder in Asante Gold, is investing in new mines and the modernization of existing facilities in Ghana through Asante Gold's $525 million expansion strategy. Amid increasing global partnerships in Ghana's mining sector, Mining in Motion 2025 seeks to expand these collaborations, providing a platform for deal signings and strategic partnerships to promote responsible and sustainable gold mining. The event will feature high-level panel discussions and exhibitions from key decision-makers, including Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, King of the Ashanti Kingdom; H.E. John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana; and representatives from the United Nations, African Union and ECOWAS, highlighting lucrative investment opportunities in Ghana's burgeoning gold mining sector. Stay informed about the latest advancements, network with industry leaders, and engage in critical discussions on key issues impacting ASGM 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
19-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Ghana Bolsters Mining Sector Growth Through Local Content Participation
Ghana is ramping up efforts to enhance local content participation in the mining industry, aiming to maximize the beneficiation of its mineral resources. By supporting small-scale miners, promoting local procurement and ensuring international firms hire and train local staff, Ghana is catalyzing employment creation, revenue generation for local businesses and driving GDP growth through the expansion of the mining industry. The upcoming Mining in Motion Summit, taking place from June 2-4 in Accra, will highlight the role of local mining entities in industry expansion, showcasing the collaboration between the government and international partners to accelerate economic growth through increased local participation. Ghana's commitment to local involvement is yielding substantial results, with the small-scale gold mining sector employing one million people, indirectly supporting 4.5 million more and generating over $5 billion ( in export revenue in 2024 alone. To further empower local players, the government has introduced key policy reforms and a series of financing and skills training programs. In January 2025, Ghana announced the establishment of the Gold Board ( - set to launch in March 2025 - which will consolidate gold output from small-scale and industrial mining projects for international exports. The initiative aims to streamline gold commercialization for small-scale miners while enabling them to secure funding through certificates of gold sales. In August 2024, Ghana also unveiled plans for a Cooperative Mining Policy ( designed to establish community mining cooperatives. The cooperatives will provide training, register miners and issue concessions, fostering job creation and formalizing the sector. In parallel, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources secured World Bank funding in April 2024 to implement the Ghana Landscape Restoration and Small-Scale Mining Project ( The project seeks to enhance the formalization of small-scale mining operations through District Mining Committees. Furthermore, the Minerals and Mining (Local Content&Local Participation) Regulations, 2020, require international firms to procure Ghanaian goods and services in their operations, enhancing the participation of local firms in project development and maintenance. With several large-scale projects underway, including Goldstone's Homase Mine, Atlantic Lithium's Ewoyaa Project, the Cardinal Namdini Gold Mine and Newmont's Ahafo North Project, the policy continues to strengthen local content participation in Ghana's mining sector. Amidst these developments, the Mining in Motion Summit will serve as a platform for high-level discussions and networking, addressing key trends and advancements in local content development within Ghana's mining industry. Stay informed about the latest advancements, network with industry leaders and engage in critical discussions on key issues impacting ASGM 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. About Ashanti Green Initiative: The Ashanti Green Initiative is a foundation dedicated to promoting environmental restoration, advocating for climate-related issues, and fostering community development in Ghana and beyond. Guided by a commitment to sustainability, the foundation undertakes projects aimed at rehabilitating degraded lands, restoring water bodies, and promoting responsible natural resource management. The initiative also champions regenerative practices in mining, agriculture, and energy, aligning with global efforts to combat climate change while uplifting local communities through education, capacity-building, and economic empowerment programs. The Ashanti Green Initiative is led by Nana Kwaku Duah, son of His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, King of the Ashanti Kingdom. Under his leadership, the foundation applies forward-thinking approaches and innovative solutions, creating impactful partnerships with local and international stakeholders to drive meaningful change. About Energy Capital&Power: Energy Capital&Power is an Africa-focused global leading investment platform for the energy and mining sectors. Through a series of events, online content and investment reports, we unite the entire energy and mining value chains – from oil and gas exploration to renewable power – and facilitate global and intra-African investment and collaboration.
