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In a significant strategic move for Ghana’s vital mining sector, the Ghana Chamber of Mines has unveiled its new Chief Executive Officer, Ing. Dr. Ashigbey, signalling a fresh offensive in the relentless battle against illegal mining and a renewed commitment to sustainable practices. Dr. Ashigbey, a familiar face from the …

The upcoming KZN Industrial & Technology Expo (KITE), taking place from 22 to 24 July 2025, will once again host the widely respected Forklift Driver Competition, and entries are now officially open. Organised by Lifting Africa, the competition has become a prominent platform that recognises excellence among forklift operators those …

Safety remains a central priority in the mining industry, particularly when it comes to the storage, handling, and use of explosives. According to Dr Ramesh Dhoorgapersadh, BME’s General Manager for Operational Excellence and Safety, Health, Environment, Risk and Quality (SHERQ), fast-evolving technology is playing a vital role in supporting mines …

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has ushered in a new era of leadership, announcing key appointments aimed at fortifying its strategic trajectory and honing operational prowess within the nation’s pivotal mining sector. The changes, effective June 1, 2025, signal a proactive stance by the Chamber as it navigates an increasingly …

A total of $4 billion worth of gold was exported from the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector between February and May 2025 in Ghana, according to Sammy Gyamfi, Managing Director of the Ghana Gold Board. Speaking at the Mining in Motion 2025 Summit on 3 June, Gyamfi said the …

The Minerals Commission of Ghana is leveraging drone technology to curb illegal mining and enhance regulatory oversight across the country’s mineral rich regions. The initiative, highlighted during the Mining in Motion 2025 summit in Accra, forms part of broader efforts to digitise and modernise Ghana’s mining governance. Lead Consultant at …

Mining ministers from Ghana, Liberia, Malawi and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have called for urgent reforms to Africa’s mining codes to drive equitable, sustainable development across the continent. Speaking at the Mining in Motion 2025 summit in Accra, the ministers emphasised that strengthened legal frameworks are essential to …

Ghana is poised to further solidify its position as Africa’s leading gold producer, with projections indicating a significant increase in output to approximately 5.1 million ounces in 2025. This surge builds on a remarkable 2024 performance that saw the West African nation outshine rivals, including South Africa and Mali, according …