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2026-04-272026-06-15
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  1. April 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … In a statement, the company said it had taken note of the revocation affecting its concessions at Akango, Salman and Nkroful, and was responding “in the interest of accuracy and public clarity.” Adamus maintained that it remains a fully licensed operator within Ghana’s regulatory …

    Adamus rejects lease revocation, cites breach of due process
Mining & Energy

Ghana Chamber of Mines opposes IEA call to terminate Tarkwa lease

The News

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has urged the government to reject calls by the Institute of Economic Affairs to terminate Gold Fields Ghana's Tarkwa Mine lease, warning that doing so could weaken investor confidence and destabilise the mining sector. The chamber's CEO said Ghana's gold production increased from about 216,000 ounces in 1983 to nearly three million ounces in 2025, and that the government captures more than 60 per cent of mining rents through taxes, royalties, and dividends.

Why it matters

Ghana Chamber of Mines' opposition to terminating the Tarkwa lease highlights industry concerns about investor confidence and Ghana's mining competitiveness.

20 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Ghana Chamber of Mines opposes IEA call to terminate Tarkwa lease

    The Ghana Chamber of Mines has urged the government to reject calls by the Institute of Economic Affairs to terminate Gold Fields Ghana's Tarkwa Mine lease, warning that doing so could weaken investor confidence and destabilise the mining sector. The chamber's CEO said Ghana's gold production increased from about 216,000 ounces in 1983 to nearly three million ounces in 2025, and that the government captures more than 60 per cent of mining rents through taxes, royalties, and dividends.

    20 May 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Thursday 30 April

  1. Adamus Resources denies illegal mining, cites illicit operations

    Adamus Resources, a licensed Ghanaian mining company, says it operates within the law under valid leases and permits, and denies allegations of illegal mining. The company states it has faced sustained illegal mining activities within its concessions at Akango, Salman, Nkroful and surrounding areas, which it has documented and reported to state institutions.

    30 April 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Adamus Resources petitions minister to reverse mining license revocation

    Adamus Resources Limited has petitioned the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources to reverse the government's revocation of its mining licenses at Salma, Anwia, and Akango, which was based on Minerals Commission recommendations. The Minister will constitute an independent committee to review the petition, while an Interim Management Committee will oversee operations pending the outcome.

    30 April 2026 · The Chronicle →

  3. Communities welcome revocation of Adamus Resources mining lease

    Residents of Salma, Akango and surrounding communities in Ellembelle Municipality have welcomed the government's decision to revoke the mining lease of Adamus Resources, following a committee investigation that found evidence of illegal mining activities. The communities noted the company had operated since 2007 with little development benefit to host communities, but cautioned against future lease restoration without clear guarantees of direct local benefit.

    30 April 2026 · The Chronicle →

  4. Adamus Resources disputes illegal mining claims over licence revocation

    Mining company Adamus Resources has rejected allegations of illegal mining following the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources revoking its licence, claiming the ministry did not follow due process as required under the Minerals and Mining Act, 2006.

    30 April 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Adamus Resources challenges licence revocation, cites due process breach

    Indigenous mining firm Adamus Resources has refuted claims of illegal mining following revocation of its licence by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, asserting it operates lawfully under valid leases and permits and contending that authorities failed to follow established legal procedures required under Ghana's Minerals and Mining Act.

    29 April 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Minister revokes Adamus Resources mining leases for illegal operations

    The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources has revoked the Akango, Salman and Nkroful mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited following investigations that found the company engaged in unauthorised operations, unlawfully subcontracted mining without ministerial consent, conducted activities without approved operating plans or valid permits, failed to secure environmental approvals, and allowed foreign nationals to conduct illegal mining on its concessions.

    28 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Government revokes Adamus Resources mining leases over law breaches

    Ghana's government has revoked the Akango, Salman and Nkroful mining leases held by Adamus Resources Limited following investigations that revealed illegal mining activities, regulatory breaches, unlawful subcontracting without ministerial approval, and environmental damage including land destruction and water pollution.

    28 April 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 27 April

  1. Government revokes Adamus Resources mining leases for illegal operations

    Ghana's Minister for Lands and Natural Resources revoked the mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited after investigations found multiple breaches of mining laws, including unauthorized sub-contracting, operations without approved plans or permits, and illegal galamsey activities involving foreign nationals on concessions at Akango, Salman, and Nkroful.

    27 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Government revokes Adamus Resources mining license in Western Region

    Communities in Akango, Salman, and Nkroful in the Western Region have welcomed the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources' revocation of mining leases held by Adamus Resources Limited, after the Minerals Commission confirmed that foreign nationals were unlawfully engaged in galamsey activities on the concessions and mining operations were conducted outside designated areas.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Adamus Resources contests government mining lease revocation

    Adamus Resources Limited has rejected the government's revocation of its mining leases at Akango, Salman and Nkroful, claiming the action lacked due process and was based on inaccurate allegations. The company says it was not formally notified of specific allegations nor given opportunity to respond before the decision, contravening established principles of fairness and administrative justice.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online →

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