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Gold Fields Ghana — operates the Tarkwa Mine in the Western Region, currently seeking renewal of its mining leases expiring in April 2027.
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… The Damang Mine, formerly operated by Gold Fields Ghana Limited, was officially handed over to Engineers and Planners Limited following the company’s successful bid for the concession. …
Damang Gold Mine invests $250 million in mining equipmentThe Ghanaian Times
The Ghana Chamber of Mines (GCM) has urged the government not to heed to the calls by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) for it to terminate the mine lease of Gold Fields Ghana’s Tarkwa Mine, warning that such a move could weaken investor confidence and destabilise the count …
Don’t heed IEA calls to terminate Gold Fields Ghana’s Tarkwa Mine lease…GCM urges govtThe Chronicle
… By 8am, Doctors, Nurses and Volunteers, under the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation’s Health Education and Livelihood (HEAL) outreach programme had begun screening patients for hypertension, diabetes, respiratory infections, skin conditions and other illnesses affecting residents in m …
Hundreds Benefit from Gold Fields Health OutreachDaily Guide
Some of the graduate trainees The Tarkwa Mine of Gold Fields Ghana has welcomed 105 graduates into its 2026/2028 Graduate Training Programme, which is designed to build technical and professional skills as well as provide relevant work experience to enhance employability. …
105 Graduates To Receive Employable SkillsThe Chronicle
The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation (GFGF) has strongly rejected allegations that it has failed to undertake meaningful corporate social responsibility projects in its host communities around Tarkwa, describing the claims as inaccurate and disconnected from realities on the ground. …
Goldfields Rejects Claims Of Neglect In Tarkwa CommunitiesThe Chronicle
The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has urged the government to reject plans to extend the mining lease of Gold Fields Ghana for the Tarkwa Mine, insisting that Ghana must take strategic control of one of its most valuable mineral assets, when the current lease expires in Apr …
IEA Talks Tough: Ghana Must Take Control Of Tarkwa Mine …When The Lease Expires Next YearDaily Guide
… The Football Association also expressed gratitude to Gold Fields Ghana Limited for its support towards the team’s preparations, describing the contribution as crucial to enhancing the Black Challenge’s competitiveness on the world stage. …
Black Challenge Set For WAFF Amputee Football World Cup In MexicoThe Ghanaian Times
Gold Fields Ghana Limited on Friday unveiled a mouthwatering sponsorship agreement worth US$5 million over a two-year period with the Ghana Football Association (GFA), to become an Official Partner of Ghana football. …
Gold Fields Ghana seals $5 million partnership deal with GFAJoy Online
Goldfields Ghana Limited has announced a sponsorship deal worth $5 million with the Ghana Football Association to support three national teams and the Women’s Premier League. …
Goldfields Ghana back GFA with $5m support for national teamsJoy Online
Gold Fields Ghana and the Ghana Football Association have signed a two-year, $5 million sponsorship deal. …
Gold Fields, Ghana FA sign $5 million two-year sponsorship dealMining fatalities in Ghana dropped to three in 2025 from seven in 2024, a decline of more than 57 per cent attributed to increased workplace safety investments. The Ghana Chamber of Mines said the reduction must not lead to complacency, as the industry pursues its target of eliminating workplace deaths.
21 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Mining fatalities in Ghana dropped to three in 2025 from seven in 2024, a decline of more than 57 per cent attributed to increased workplace safety investments. The Ghana Chamber of Mines said the reduction must not lead to complacency, as the industry pursues its target of eliminating workplace deaths.
21 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Chamber of Mines says Gold Fields Ghana Limited's Tarkwa Mine in the Western Region has materially met the terms and conditions of its mining lease and should be extended under the nation's mining laws. The Chamber's CEO called for renewal and constructive engagement between the company, government, and host communities rather than uncertainty.
18 August 2026 · Daily Guide →
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 →
Through its Prison Agro-Support and Empowerment (PASE) Project, the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation has supported the expansion of Tarkwa Prison's oil palm plantation from 30 to 50 acres, enabling inmates to acquire practical agricultural skills while strengthening the facility's food production capacity.
12 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
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 →
An opinion piece analyses the Bank of Ghana's potential role in supporting government efforts to indigenise Ghana's mining sector, as locally-owned firms like Engineers and Planners Limited take over concessions such as the Damang Mine from foreign operators.
4 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Chamber of Mines has renewed calls for mining communities to receive at least 30 percent of the country's mineral royalties, arguing that the current allocation of about eight percent to traditional authorities and local assemblies is inadequate to meet development needs. The call emerged during an inspection of two road projects funded by Gold Fields Ghana Foundation in mining host communities.
29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
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 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 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 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 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 →
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 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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
The Ghana Football Association has announced Gold Fields Ghana Limited as the new headline sponsor of the Women's Premier League, replacing Malta Guinness. The sponsorship is intended to enhance the league's competitiveness, visibility, and sustainability.
15 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A Ghanaian private citizen has petitioned the Council of State to intervene in debate over Gold Fields Ghana Limited's Tarkwa mining lease, warning that non-renewal could damage investor confidence. The petition comes after the Institute of Economic Affairs urged government to refuse renewal and transfer the concession to Ghanaian ownership, citing concerns that Ghana has not received adequate benefits from mineral extraction.
7 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A governance expert has submitted a policy proposal to Ghana's government urging it not to renew Gold Fields Ghana's mining lease over the Tarkwa Gold Mine when it expires in 2027, instead proposing the state assume sovereign majority ownership of the mine. The proposal comes as Gold Fields has applied for a 20-year extension, which has drawn opposition from civil society groups and academics.
22 June 2026 · Joy Online →
An editorial highlights the contradiction between Ghana's green finance initiatives—including Green Bond Guidelines and carbon trading agreements—and the environmental damage from illegal mining, which has destroyed almost 9,000 hectares of forest reserves, polluted over 60 percent of water bodies, and created dangerous tunnels beneath homes.
18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Gold Fields Ghana has secured approximately US$107 million in environmental reclamation bonds to guarantee the restoration of mined lands and ensure funding for mine rehabilitation and closure activities. The company's Principal Specialist for Mine Closure emphasised that the bond reflects Gold Fields' commitment to environmental responsibility beyond regulatory compliance, with sustainability a core pillar of its business model.
18 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Speakers at Ghana's Environmental Sustainability Summit 2026 warned that illegal mining and environmental degradation could undermine the country's green finance agenda and carbon market frameworks. Experts argued that businesses must prioritize environmental sustainability as core business strategy rather than charity, citing Ghana's estimated two percent annual deforestation rate.
17 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Communities hosting the Tarkwa Mine have called on government to renew Gold Fields Ghana Limited's mining lease when it expires in 2027, warning that denial could jeopardise thousands of jobs and disrupt economic activity in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem municipality. Community leaders support increased local participation in mining but say any transition must prioritise technical competence, financial strength and operational experience.
5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Chiefs and residents of communities hosting Gold Fields' Tarkwa Mine have thrown their support behind the company's application for an extension of its mining lease, citing its contributions to local employment, development, and infrastructure. The residents appealed to the government to renew the lease before its expiry in April 2027.
4 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Residents of Huniso, a host community of Gold Fields Ghana Limited, have expressed support for the renewal of the company's mining lease, arguing that its operations have contributed to socio-economic development in the area. They called on government to base decisions on practical realities and industry requirements rather than solely on proposals for full local takeover, citing the need for substantial capital investment, technical expertise, and environmental management systems.
3 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief, Queen Mother and people of Huniso in the Western Region have called on the Government of Ghana to renew Gold Fields Ghana Limited's mining lease, which expires on April 27, for an additional 20 years. They cite the company's contributions to infrastructure, education, and social projects in host communities.
3 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
Host communities in Tarkwa—Abekoase, Tebe, Huniso, and Pepesa—are appealing to government to renew Gold Fields Ghana Limited's mining lease, citing infrastructure projects, scholarships, and job creation for local youth. Community leaders warn that contract termination would cause massive unemployment and negatively impact area development, and they urge government to separate the lease decision from ongoing xenophobic attacks in South Africa.
1 June 2026 · Joy Online →