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AngloGold Ashanti — mining company operating the Obuasi Mine in the Ashanti Region, donating classroom furniture and funding malaria control programmes.
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- April 2026
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.
6 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.
6 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.
16 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 →