Apinto Divisional Stool

Also known as: Apinto Divisional Council

Traditional custodians of land hosting Gold Fields Ghana's Tarkwa Mine, opposed lease renewal in 2026 citing limited community development.

2026-07-232026-09-13

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July 2026
27 JulJoy Online
… The company, in a statement issued on July 27, said recent media reports suggesting opposition from the Apinto Divisional Council to the renewal of its mining leases did not reflect its longstanding relationship with traditional authorities and host communities or the significant …
Gold Fields defends Tarkwa mine record amid lease renewal debate
27 JulThe Chronicle
The Apinto Divisional Council, the traditional custodians of the land, on which GoldFields Ghana Limited operates in Tarkwa, has formally called on the Government of Ghana not to renew the company’s mining lease, arguing that decades of mining have yielded little meaningful devel …
No! No! No! Don’t Renew Goldfields’ Lease -Apinto Chiefs Tell Government
27 JulThe Ghanaian Times
The Apinto Divisional Council of Tarkaw in the Western Region has called on the government not to renew the mining lease of Gold Fields Ghana Limited for the Tarkwa Mine when it expires in April 2027. …
Don’t renew Gold Fields’ Tarkwa lease – Apinto Divisional Council urges govt
24 JulJoy Online
The Apinto Divisional Council has called on the government to make host communities equity partners in Gold Fields Ghana Limited’s Tarkwa Mine, arguing that the ongoing lease renewal process presents an opportunity to create a new model of shared ownership in Ghana’s mining secto …
Apinto chiefs demand equity stake in Gold Fields Tarkwa Mine as lease renewal talks continue
24 JulThe Chronicle
The Apinto Divisional Council, the traditional owners of the land on which GoldFields Ghana’s Tarkwa Mine operates, has reportedly resolved to oppose the renewal of the company’s mining lease, The Chronicle has gathered. …
Breaking:Apinto Chiefs Reportedly Kick Against Renewal of Goldfields’ Mining Lease
23 JulThe Chronicle
About ten titled chiefs of the Apinto Divisional Stool, the traditional owners of the land on which Gold Fields Ghana operates, on Wednesday inspected the mining company’s operational sites ahead of a crucial decision on whether to support the renewal of the company’s mining leas …
Apinto Chiefs Inspect GoldFields Operations Ahead of Crucial Verdict on Lease Renewal

Mining & Energy

Tarkwa residents petition for renewal of Gold Fields mining leases

The News

Residents and community representatives of Tarkwa have petitioned the government to renew Gold Fields Ghana Limited's five mining leases before they expire in April 2027. The petition, submitted through the Minerals Commission to the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, urges early approval of the company's November 2025 renewal application to provide certainty for the mine's employees, contractors, and dependent businesses.

26 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

Tarkwa residents petition for renewal of Gold Fields mining leases
Residents and community representatives of Tarkwa have petitioned the government to renew Gold Fields Ghana Limited's five mining leases before they expire in April 2027. The petition, submitted through the Minerals Commission to the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, urges early approval of the company's November 2025 renewal application to provide certainty for the mine's employees, contractors, and dependent businesses.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
GoldFields seeks fair treatment for Tarkwa lease renewal
GoldFields has called on Ghana's government to treat its application for renewal of the Tarkwa mining leases fairly as negotiations enter a critical phase. The company submitted a comprehensive commercial proposal in July 2026 that includes significant investment and increased value-sharing measures, but said it is still awaiting a formal government response.
26 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Monday 17 August

Gold Fields meets Tarkwa lease renewal terms, Chamber says
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has backed the renewal of Gold Fields Ghana Limited's Tarkwa mining leases, stating the company has "materially met" its existing lease terms. Five leases and a development agreement are due to expire in April 2027, with Gold Fields having submitted its renewal application in November 2025.
17 August 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 9 August

Huniso opinion leaders back Gold Fields lease renewal
Opinion leaders and youth representatives from Huniso and surrounding communities have rejected calls to deny Gold Fields Ghana a 20-year lease renewal at Tarkwa Mine, warning the move could threaten jobs, state revenue and the local economy. They accused sections of the Apinto Divisional Council of pursuing a self-serving agenda under the guise of promoting local ownership, and urged the government to scrutinise the alternative "Apinto Shared Prosperity Proposal" as economically unviable.
9 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 28 July

Gold Fields funds two major road projects in host communities
Gold Fields Ghana Foundation is funding two major road projects in its host communities: the 2.26km Budo City to Bogoso Junction road, estimated at $1.26 million and expected to be completed this year, and the 14.2km Samahu-Pepesa road, expected to cost $5.3 million and be completed by the end of next year. Local residents and chiefs praised the Foundation for easing transportation difficulties and helping farmers move produce to markets.
28 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Gold Fields defends Tarkwa Mine lease renewal bid
Gold Fields Ghana has defended its bid to renew mining leases for the Tarkwa Mine, stating it paid GH¢5.8 billion in taxes and GH¢8.8 billion on local procurement in 2025, and invested $110 million in infrastructure, while emphasizing its 30-year commitment to community engagement and responsible mining.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Gold Fields: 74% of Tarkwa mine value stays in Ghana
Gold Fields Ghana says approximately 74 cents of every dollar generated by the Tarkwa mine remains in Ghana through taxes, royalties, government dividends, employee salaries, local procurement and community investment. The company reported paying about GH¢5.8 billion to the Government in 2025 and spending approximately GH¢8.8 billion on community development.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Gold Fields cites GH¢5.8bn taxes in Tarkwa lease renewal bid
Gold Fields Ghana has defended its application to renew the Tarkwa mining lease, citing GH¢5.8 billion in taxes, royalties, dividends and statutory payments in 2025, and GH¢8.8 billion in local procurement spending, while stressing its long-standing engagement with traditional authorities and host communities.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Gold Fields rejects Apinto Council criticism of Tarkwa lease renewal
Gold Fields Ghana has disputed claims by the Apinto Divisional Council over the renewal of its Tarkwa mining leases, stating that the council's position does not reflect the company's longstanding partnership with traditional authorities and host communities. The company said it has operated the Tarkwa mine for over three decades and maintained regular engagement with community representatives.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 July

Gold Fields defends Tarkwa mining lease renewal bid
Gold Fields Ghana has defended its application to renew the Tarkwa mining lease, stating it has been a responsible partner for over three decades and remains best positioned to lead the mine's next phase. The company said approximately 74 cents of every dollar generated by the mine remains in Ghana through taxes, royalties, and community investment.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Gold Fields defends Tarkwa mine lease renewal record
Gold Fields Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to responsible mining and community partnership as discussions over renewal of its Tarkwa mining leases continue, saying approximately 74 cents of every dollar of value generated by the mine remains in Ghana through taxes, royalties, dividends, and local procurement.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Apinto chiefs oppose GoldFields lease renewal in Tarkwa
The Apinto Divisional Council, traditional custodians of land where GoldFields Ghana operates in Tarkwa, has formally called on the government not to renew the company's mining lease, expiring in April 2027, arguing decades of mining have yielded little meaningful development for host communities. The council is instead advocating for a government-owned mining operation under a "shared prosperity" model.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Apinto Council urges government not to renew Gold Fields lease
The Apinto Divisional Council of Tarkwa has called on the government not to renew Gold Fields Ghana Limited's mining lease when it expires in April 2027, urging instead that the concession be transferred to a Ghanaian-owned company. The traditional leaders argue that such a move would maximise Ghana's mineral benefits and address inadequate development in host communities despite decades of large-scale mining activities.
27 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Friday 24 July

Apinto chiefs seek equity stake in Tarkwa gold mine
The Apinto Divisional Council is calling on government to make host communities equity partners in Gold Fields Ghana Limited's Tarkwa Mine during its ongoing lease renewal process. The chiefs argue that communities hosting mining operations for decades should have a direct stake in wealth generated from mineral resources extracted from their lands, and have developed an "Apinto Shared Prosperity Proposal" as a framework for ensuring traditional authorities and local communities participate in ownership, governance and benefits of mining operations.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Apinto chiefs oppose GoldFields mining lease renewal in 2027
The Apinto Divisional Council, traditional owners of land hosting GoldFields Ghana's Tarkwa Mine, has resolved to oppose the company's mining lease renewal when it expires in April 2027, citing limited impact on customary land despite decades of mining activities. The Council plans to announce its position at a press conference and urge the government to reject the lease renewal application.
24 July 2026 · The Chronicle →

Thursday 23 July

Apinto chiefs inspect Gold Fields mining operations before lease decision
Traditional rulers from the Apinto Divisional Stool, the land's customary owners, inspected Gold Fields Ghana's mining sites ahead of deciding whether to support renewal of the company's lease, which expires in April 2027. The chiefs plan to announce their position at a press conference on Friday, with their verdict expected to influence the government's consideration of the lease extension application.
23 July 2026 · The Chronicle →