… My lady for example in 2025 Anglogold Ashanti killed about 20 people who were illegally working on their land. …
Wontumi Tells Court: Those Claimed Ownership Of Seized Items Have Been Turned Into Prosecution WitnessesGhana Minute.
Monday, 25 May 2026
Ghana’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Monday, 25 May 2026
Accra—:—London—:—New York—:—Beijing—:—
Ghanaian press · Organization
AngloGold Ashanti
Also known as: AGA · AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) · AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) Obuasi Mine
AngloGold Ashanti — mining company operating the Obuasi Mine in the Ashanti Region, donating classroom furniture and funding malaria control programmes.
In coverage
Verbatim sentences from the source article.
- May 2026
… He also acknowledged support from AngloGold Ashanti and the Ghana Chamber of Mines for scholarships, research grants, and infrastructure development on campus. …
UMaT graduates 95 students, commits to training 1,000 coders… Dr Ashigbey disclosed that Gold Fields, Ghana Manganese Company, and AngloGold Ashanti operating within the Tarkwa enclave paid approximately GH¢5.1 billion in taxes in 2024, representing about 7.3 per cent of Ghana’s domestic tax revenue. …
Don’t heed IEA calls to terminate Gold Fields Ghana’s Tarkwa Mine lease…GCM urges govt… On Tarkwa specifically, he disclosed that the three principal mining companies operating within the enclave, Gold Fields, Ghana Manganese Company and AngloGold Ashanti’s Iduapriem Mine, collectively paid about GH¢5.1billion in taxes in 2024. …
Chamber of Mines challenges IEA claims over Gold Fields lease… Mr Buah stated that Ghana’s mining sector had attracted over $20 billion in investments in the past two decades, with major firms such as Newmont, AngloGold Ashanti, Gold Fields, Zijin Mining and Perseus Mining operating in the country. …
Lands Minister woos global mining investors to Ghana… He also thanked AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) Obuasi Mine for constructing an ultra-modern Assembly Hall for the school. …
CEO of Fox FM Donates Mechanised Water System to Alma Mater… rs, provident fund and all outstanding payments.” The union also pledged its support for the success of the company and expressed hope that Heath Goldfields would grow into one of Ghana’s leading mining firms, alongside major industry players such as Newmont and AngloGold Ashanti …
Heath Goldfields Pays $22m Severance Package To 98% Of Ex-WorkersAngloGold Ashanti has donated 1,000 sets of classroom furniture to three senior high schools in the Ashanti Region, in a move aimed at addressing infrastructure deficits and improving learning conditions for students in communities surrounding its Obuasi Mine. …
AngloGold Ashanti donates 1,000 classroom furniture sets to SHS schools in Ashanti Region… Delivering a keynote address at the 2026 International Women’s Day celebration held at the AngloGold Ashanti School Park, she said the theme, “Give to Gain: Advancing Women Together,” underscores the collective responsibility to support women across all sectors. …
Invest In Women For Sustainable Dev’t – Obuasi MCE- April 2026
A grand Durbar and mini clinic at the forecourt of the Len Clay Sports Stadium marked this year’s World Malaria Day in Obuasi.The programme, which was funded by AngloGold Ashanti (AGA) Obuasi Mine brought together an array of health professionals including over ten doctors who pr …
Obuasi Marks World Malaria Day With Durbar And Mini Clinic
Politics
NPP chairman challenges illegal mining case in High Court
The News
Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako testified before the High Court that individuals who claimed ownership of seized items have been turned into prosecution witnesses against him, while denying involvement in illegal mining activities on a concession where he serves as director.
5 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Today
NPP chairman challenges illegal mining case in High Court
Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako testified before the High Court that individuals who claimed ownership of seized items have been turned into prosecution witnesses against him, while denying involvement in illegal mining activities on a concession where he serves as director.
5 hours ago · The Chronicle →
Yesterday
UMaT graduates 95 students, commits to training 1,000 coders
The University of Mines and Technology has held its 2026 Mini Congregation Ceremony in Tarkwa, graduating 95 students and committing to train 1,000 coders this academic year in support of the government's digitalisation agenda. The Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations has donated 200 laptops and provided 2,000 slots for students and staff to obtain Google certifications.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Wednesday 20 May
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 →
Monday 18 May
Chamber of Mines defends Gold Fields' Tarkwa lease extension bid
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has defended Gold Fields' application to extend its Tarkwa mining lease, accusing the Institute of Economic Affairs of advancing "material factual inaccuracies" and warning that rejecting the renewal could weaken investor confidence and Ghana's competitive standing in mining.
18 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Friday 15 May
Lands Minister pitches Ghana as Africa's premier mining investment destination
Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, promoted Ghana to global mining companies at the United Nations Forum on Forests in New York, highlighting the country's mineral deposits, political stability, and legal frameworks. Ghana has attracted over $20 billion in mining investments over the past two decades and remains Africa's leading gold producer.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 12 May
Fox FM CEO donates water system to former school
Mavis Osei Akoto Opoku, CEO of Fox FM in Kumasi, donated a mechanised water system and refurbished the girls' bathroom at New Edubiase Senior High School, her alma mater in Adansi South District. She said the school prepared her to become a good mother, wife, and CEO, and she wanted to give back by resolving the school's water crisis.
12 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Monday 11 May
Heath Goldfields pays $22m severance to ex-workers
Heath Goldfields has paid approximately 22 million US dollars in severance packages to about 98 per cent of 212 former workers of the Bogoso Prestea Mine, addressing legacy debts from the previous operator. The payments marked the end of years of financial uncertainty for workers and their families following the mine's earlier collapse.
11 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Sunday 10 May
AngloGold Ashanti donates 1,000 classroom furniture sets to three SHS schools
AngloGold Ashanti has donated 1,000 sets of classroom furniture to Akrofuom, Dompaase, and Tweapease Senior High Schools in the Ashanti Region, addressing infrastructure deficits identified in a community needs assessment as part of its 10-Year Socio-Economic Development Plan for the Obuasi Mine.
10 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Wednesday 6 May
Obuasi MCE calls for increased investment in women
The Municipal Chief Executive for Obuasi, Faustilove Appiah Kannin, has called for increased investment in women as a key driver of sustainable development, saying empowerment of women improves their lives and benefits communities and the nation. Speaking at the 2026 International Women's Day celebration, she stressed that investing in women is both a moral obligation and a strategic development approach.
6 May 2026 · Daily Guide →
Thursday 30 April
Obuasi celebrates World Malaria Day with free health screening
Obuasi held a grand durbar and mini clinic at Len Clay Sports Stadium for World Malaria Day, funded by AngloGold Ashanti, where over ten doctors provided free screening and treatment. AngloGold Ashanti's malaria control programme protects about 1.4 million people across 16 districts and has provided free health screening to more than 7,000 people in Obuasi over the past four years.
30 April 2026 · The Chronicle →
Monday 27 April
Ghana mineworkers oppose local contractor hiring rule
Ghana's mineworkers union warns that a government policy requiring international mining companies to hire local firms as contractors will cut wages and job security, since local contractors pay lower rates than foreign firms. The union, representing about 14,000 workers, vowed to mount stiff resistance including possible strikes and protests.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →