Also known as: WGC
World Gold Council — international organization providing grants and partnerships to formalize artisanal gold mining and improve supply chain integrity in Ghana.
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Joy Online
… r: A Visual Analysis of Water Security and Environmental Governance Impacts of Illegal Gold Mining in Ghana, brings together data from the Water Resources Commission (WRC), Ghana Water Limited, COCOBOD, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Pure Earth, the World Gold Council …
Wealth Over Water: How Galamsey Is Threatening Ghana’s Water SecurityJoy Online
… The World Gold Council said output rose by 17% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2026, helped by increased production at several mines. …
Burkina Faso’s junta leader opens major gold refinery to keep mining profits at homeJoy Online
… Joseph Cavatoni, senior market strategist at the World Gold Council, told the BBC that while wars and trade tensions were “playing into some of these decisions”, they didn’t “top the list” of motivating factors. …
Why are European countries moving their gold out of North America?Joy Online
… International benchmark: The World Gold Council cites an illustrative cost of 1.87% based on Ecuador’s model, far below Ghana’s 14.5% in 2025. …
APL demands forensic probe into GoldBod following $1.7billion gold-trading lossesJoy Online
Central banks bought far less gold at the start of the year than previously thought, and while demand has since rebounded, their purchases are expected to decline this year, according to the World Gold Council.Central banks only bought 57 tons in the first quarter, 187 tons less …
Central Banks Bought Far Less Gold Than Thought at Start of YearJoy Online
The Government of Ghana has secured an initial US$250,000 development grant from the World Gold Council to support responsible artisanal and small-scale mining as part of a broader US$1 million partnership aimed at strengthening the formal gold sector and tackling illegal gold tr …
World Gold Council commits US$250,000 grant to support Ghana’s responsible small-scale mining programmeThe Ghanaian Times
The government has secured an initial $250,000 development grant from the World Gold Council, part of a broader $1 million support package aimed at promoting responsible artisanal and small-scale gold mining and curbing illegal gold trade. …
Govt, World Gold Council partner to boost responsible miningJoy Online
Government and the World Gold Council (WGC) have signed a strategic partnership aimed at formalising artisanal and small-scale gold mining (ASGM), improving supply chain integrity and reducing illicit gold flows. …
Ghana, World Gold Council sign $250,000 deal to clean up artisanal mining sectorJoy Online
… od”) has secured strong international support for Ghana’s responsible sourcing, ASM formalisation, traceability, and value-addition agenda at the Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing Summit 2026 organised by the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) and the World Gold Council …
GoldBod secures global support for Ghana’s responsible sourcing agenda at LBMA Summit in LondonDaily Guide
… ng a balanced framework that supports national development objectives while maintaining Ghana’s attractiveness to investors He said the Chamber has intensified engagements with government agencies, regulators, security institutions, traditional authorities, the World Gold Council …
Large Scale Mining Contributed GH¢22bn In 2025 – Mining ChamberIllegal gold mining (galamsey) is contributing to widespread water pollution in Ghana, with researchers reporting that about 60% of the country's water bodies are polluted; some affected water bodies may be difficult to restore even if pollution stopped immediately.
13 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Illegal gold mining (galamsey) is contributing to widespread water pollution in Ghana, with researchers reporting that about 60% of the country's water bodies are polluted; some affected water bodies may be difficult to restore even if pollution stopped immediately.
13 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Burkina Faso has inaugurated its first gold refinery as the military-led government seeks to process more of its mineral wealth at home and reduce reliance on exporting raw materials for processing abroad. Junta leader Ibrahim Traoré stated the aim is to refine all metals on site and develop a complete value chain within the country.
30 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Netherlands relocated 86 tonnes of its gold from the US and Canada to London, citing preparation for severe crises amid increasing geopolitical unrest. France and Germany have similarly moved gold reserves back to Europe in response to global instability and trade tensions.
6 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Africa Policy Lens is demanding a forensic investigation into the Ghana Gold Board following IMF disclosures that Ghana lost more than US$1.7 billion in gold trading under the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme in 2025, with most losses linked to gold doré purchases and attributed to service fees, off-taker discounts, and foreign exchange spreads.
26 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Central banks bought only 57 tons of gold in the first quarter, 187 tons less than previously thought, marking the weakest start to a year in over a decade according to the World Gold Council. While demand rebounded sharply in the second quarter to a record 289 tons, overall central-bank purchasing this year is expected to fall below 2025 levels.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has secured an initial US$250,000 development grant from the World Gold Council as part of a broader US$1 million partnership to strengthen the formal gold sector, improve supply chain integrity, promote sustainable mining practices, and tackle illegal gold trade. The initiative aims to increase ore recovery rates for artisanal and small-scale miners and establish accredited gold processing plants nationwide.
22 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana has signed a memorandum of understanding with the World Gold Council to receive an initial $250,000 development grant, part of a $1 million support package aimed at promoting responsible artisanal and small-scale gold mining, strengthening supply chain integrity, and reducing illegal gold trade.
22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Government and the World Gold Council have signed a strategic partnership to formalize artisanal and small-scale gold mining, improve supply chain integrity and reduce illicit gold flows. The WGC is providing an initial $250,000 development grant to support cooperative registration and establish a network of responsible gold processing plants.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Gold Board secured international support for Ghana's responsible sourcing, artisanal and small-scale mining formalisation, and traceability agenda at the London Bullion Market Association's Sustainability & Responsible Sourcing Summit 2026. The LBMA pledged to work with GoldBod on aligning traceability systems and responsible sourcing standards for Ghana's gold supply chain.
18 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's large-scale mining sector contributed over GH¢22.22 billion in revenue to the economy in 2025 and provided over 13,819 direct jobs, according to the Chamber of Mines CEO. The industry also recorded US$4.20 billion in local procurement spending and spent US$88.60 million on community development initiatives.
10 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's large-scale mining sector contributed over GH¢22.22 billion in revenue to the economy and provided over 13,819 direct jobs in 2025, despite global and domestic challenges, according to the Chamber of Mines. The industry also recorded local procurement spending of US$4.20 billion and spent US$88.60 million on community development initiatives.
10 June 2026 · Daily Guide →