Also known as: Mr. Gyamfi · Mr. Sammy Gyamfi · Mr Sammy Gyamfi · the GoldBod boss · Sammy Gyamfi, Esq. · Hon. Sammy Gyamfi Esq. · Sammy Gyamfi Esq. · Lawyer Gyamfi · GoldBod Chief Executive Officer Sammy Gyamfi · GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi · Samuel Adu Gyamfi · Mr Adu Gyamfi · Lawyer Sammy Gyamfi
CEO of Ghana Gold Board, leading artisanal and small-scale mining formalisation programme amid galamsey controversy.
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Joy Online
… Sammy Gyamfi’s argument that the 2018 port reforms effectively crippled Ghana’s fight against narcotics does not withstand scrutiny. …
Foreign drug arrests rise under NDC: Stop blaming opposition for your drug mess, joint inspections workedJoy Online
… His comments follow remarks by GoldBod Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, that the removal of NACOC from the list of Port Inspection Agencies in June 2018 weakened Ghana’s capacity to detect and prevent drug trafficking through its ports. …
Blaming cocaine problem on NACOC’s removal from ports is absurd – Amankwa-ManuJoy Online
GoldBod Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, says the removal of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) from Ghana’s list of Port Inspection Agencies in 2018 weakened the country’s capacity to detect and prevent drug trafficking through its ports. …
Sammy Gyamfi says 2018 NACOC removal from port inspections weakened drug checksJoy Online
GoldBod Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, has welcomed President John Dramani Mahama’s reported directive to restore the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) to Ghana’s list of Port Inspection Agencies following a recent drug trafficking incident linked to one of the country …
Sammy Gyamfi backs Mahama’s directive to restore NACOC’s at portsJoy Online
… Discussions with GoldBod Chief Executive Officer Sammy Gyamfi, centred on how Sierra Leone could adapt the Ghanaian model to strengthen its mineral revenue management. …
GoldBod model draws interest as 7 African countries seek gold governance lessonsJoy Online
… The Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, for his part, outlined the institution’s mandate under the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140), and its role in generating foreign exchange and supporting macroeconomic stability. …
Christian Council commends GoldBod on responsible gold managementJoy Online
… The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has made a number of allegations about GoldBod, particularly, singling out its CEO, Sammy Gyamfi, for criticism. …
GoldBod, the microphone and the media’s duty beyond ‘He said’ and ‘She said’Joy Online
The Volta Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Makafui Woanyah, has urged President Mahama to dismiss Sammy Gyamfi as the Ghana Gold Board Chief Executive Officer over the company’s reported loss and misconduct. …
Volta NPP Chair urges President Mahama to dismiss Sammy Gyamfi over misconductJoy Online
… GoldBod Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, has since rejected the claim. The NPP has, nevertheless, maintained its criticism of the institution. …
Asiedu Nketia dismisses NPP’s GoldBod criticism as political distractionJoy Online
… ust therefore be subjected to rigorous public scrutiny.” Distractions and Demands for Governance Standards The diaspora branch also addressed the escalating public friction between officials, taking exception to allegations made by GoldBOD Chief Executive Officer, Mr Sammy Gyamfi …
NPP UK branch calls for independent audit into gold purchasing operations and parliamentary probeThe CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has accused the former NPP administration of targeting anti-galamsey campaigners rather than tackling illegal mining itself, claiming some activists were arrested and imprisoned. He contrasted this with President Mahama's current administration, which he says has demonstrated stronger commitment to confronting galamsey.
30 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, has accused the former NPP administration of targeting anti-galamsey campaigners rather than tackling illegal mining itself, claiming some activists were arrested and imprisoned. He contrasted this with President Mahama's current administration, which he says has demonstrated stronger commitment to confronting galamsey.
30 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government must enforce the Ghana Cocoa Board Act, 2026 to protect cocoa farms from illegal mining (galamsey), which destroys agricultural assets and rural livelihoods. The law includes a reported 500-metre restriction around protected farms to prevent mining activities.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Awula Serwah, Executive Director of Eco-Conscious Citizens, has urged President Mahama to publicly reaffirm legal mining requirements, warning that recent comments by Ghana Gold Board CEO risk signalling to small-scale miners that they can operate without proper licensing. She cautioned that such signals could undermine anti-illegal mining efforts and stressed that mining licences are essential alongside other regulatory approvals to prevent pollution and environmental destruction.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
A University of Ghana law professor has urged President Mahama to publicly clarify his administration's position on illegal mining and demand that Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi retract controversial remarks on galamsey, arguing that failure to disavow them could be interpreted as government acceptance or support.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Centre for Mining Research and Policy has rejected the Minority's call for Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi to resign over his comments on formalising small-scale mining, arguing that his position focused on bringing eligible miners into the formal regulatory system rather than enabling illegal mining.
26 October 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece in Daily Guide argues that the Ghana Gold Board CEO's approval for unlicensed illegal miners to operate represents a government policy shift, delivered unconventionally to avoid public backlash, and contradicts the NDC's anti-galamsey campaign promises.
26 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's parliamentary Minority has called for the resignation or dismissal of Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi over comments it says endorse illegal mining, though GoldBod claims a video circulating on social media was selectively edited and misrepresented remarks made during an engagement with artisanal and small-scale miners in March 2026.
26 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana National Association of Small Scale Miners has defended the CEO of the Ghana Gold Board against criticism of his recent comments on illegal mining, stating he was advocating for the formalisation of eligible unlicensed miners rather than endorsing galamsey. The remarks were made during a stakeholder engagement at KNUST attended by more than 1,500 mine owners to discuss the District Gold Market concept and sector reform.
26 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Gold Board has rejected suggestions it would support illegal mining, stating that responsible sourcing is a key requirement for London Bullion Market Association certification. The Board's Head of Communications said GoldBod's pursuit of international standards means it cannot endorse mining activities that violate the law or damage the environment.
25 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board has begun consulting stakeholders on an Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining Formalisation and Financing Support Programme, planned for 2027 launch, intended to bring informal miners into regulated systems, improve their access to financing, and strengthen oversight of mining activities.
25 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board dismissed a viral video as selectively edited, clarifying that its CEO's remarks on transitioning informal miners into formal operations do not constitute endorsement of illegal mining. The Board stated that government policy aims to end illegality by formalising eligible operators through licensing, regulation, and accountability.
24 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has called for the resignation or dismissal of Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi over comments suggesting small-scale miners can operate without requisite licences and permits, and has demanded an unqualified apology, government sanctions, and a clear roadmap from President John Mahama to end illegal mining.
24 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Voting is underway in Techiman South Constituency where 2,544 delegates from 280 branches are electing leaders for the 2028 general elections. The exercise features 81 candidates contesting various positions, with voting scheduled from 7:30 am to 3 pm and 150 police officers deployed for security.
24 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Centre for Mining Research and Policy has endorsed Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi's push to formalise eligible artisanal and small-scale miners, saying the approach combines environmental protection with a pathway for eligible operators to obtain licences, training and regulatory supervision.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana National Association of Small Scale Miners rejected claims that Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi endorsed illegal mining, saying his remarks about registering and regularising eligible unlicensed miners were taken out of context and should not be confused with an endorsement of unlicensed mining.
23 October 2026 · Joy Online →
A delegation from Rwanda's Mines, Petroleum and Gas Board visited the Ghana Gold Board to learn about Ghana's reforms in gold trading, smuggling prevention, and responsible mining. GoldBod officials highlighted the sector's contribution to Ghana's economy and discussed initiatives to formalise small-scale mining and promote environmentally responsible processing.
22 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation has commended the Ghana Gold Board for exemplary compliance with government IT procurement regulations and for seeking technical clearance from the National Information Technology Agency before a presidential directive. GoldBod's CEO noted the Board has reduced human involvement in its licensing process and is nearing contract award for a gold traceability system.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr. Sammy Ayeh has picked nomination forms to contest for the National Democratic Congress's Deputy National Communications Officer position. He pledged to strengthen research-driven communication and grassroots engagement if elected.
21 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has refiled a defamation suit at the Accra High Court against Eric Adjei, CEO of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme, over alleged defamatory statements made on Peace FM, and filed a separate suit against Sammy Gyamfi, CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, over statements made during the Government Accountability Series and on Joy FM's Newsfile programme.
21 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Dr Sammy Ayeh, Governance Spokesperson at the Presidency, has picked nomination forms to contest for the position of Deputy National Communications Officer of the NDC. He said he aims to strengthen research-driven communication, empower grassroots communicators, and enhance strategic media engagement.
21 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi says institutional, licensing and value-addition reforms have created 4,866 direct jobs—361 in the public sector and 4,505 in the private sector—in less than two years, opening opportunities in artisanal smelting, jewellery production and other gold value-chain activities. Ghana aims to end raw mineral exports by 2030 through domestic refining expansion and greater retention of mineral wealth.
21 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's small-scale gold exports have increased to US$11.6 billion (85.4 tonnes) as of October 20, 2026, following reforms by the Ghana Gold Board to formalise the gold trading sector, outperforming large-scale mining exports of 76 tonnes worth US$11.1 billion for the same period.
21 October 2026 · Daily Guide →
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has filed fresh defamation suits at the Accra High Court against Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi and National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme CEO Eric Adjei, after earlier cases were set aside or withdrawn. The dispute with Gyamfi stems from comments made during the Government Accountability Series regarding alleged losses under the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board plans to award a contract for a blockchain-based gold traceability system next week, which will track gold from mine origin through processing and export. The system aims to establish verifiable records of responsibly sourced gold, distinguish legitimate supplies from illegal mining, and improve Ghanaian producers' access to international markets.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board is conducting geological investigations in Funsi (Upper West Region) and Bensere (Ashanti Region) in collaboration with the Ghana Geological Survey Authority to reduce investment risks and position Ghana to secure stronger equity stakes in future mining projects. CEO Sammy Gyamfi said the studies aim to build investment-grade assets and help Ghana move toward controlling equity interests in mines rather than relying on free-carried interests and royalties.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi cited a SWISSAID analysis showing a 229-tonne gap, valued at approximately US$11.4 billion, between Ghana's reported gold exports and corresponding imports declared by trading partners from 2019 to 2023, illustrating how substantial volumes of Ghanaian gold escaped official export records. He attributed the leakages to fragmented trading arrangements, weak regulatory oversight, and ineffective aggregation systems, saying GoldBod's reforms aim to bring more of the country's gold trade into the formal economy.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board is procuring a blockchain-based tracking system to improve gold traceability and curb illegal trading and smuggling, with a national competitive tendering process to be concluded before the end of 2026. The system will establish a verifiable record of gold from legitimate sources through the supply chain and verify compliance with applicable laws and OECD guidelines.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board will introduce an Artisanal and Small-scale Mining Formalisation and Financing Support Programme in 2027, implemented with the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources and the University of Mines and Technology, to improve productivity, increase gold recovery, reduce operating costs, and support miners in operating legally and sustainably.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board says its institutional, licensing and value addition reforms have created 4,866 direct jobs (361 public-sector and 4,505 private-sector) in less than two years, expanding opportunities for artisanal smelters, jewellers and entrepreneurs across the gold value chain.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board is working to end raw mineral exports by 2030 through local refining, having entered agreements with two privately owned refineries that have processed 25 tonnes of artisanal and small-scale mining gold in 2026. Since August, 18.7 tonnes of artisanal and small-scale mining gold has been refined locally, representing a shift from Ghana's 100% raw mineral export rate at the end of 2024.
20 October 2026 · Joy Online →