Engineers & Planners takes over Black Volta and Sankofa Gold projects

The long-dormant Black Volta and Sankofa gold projects in Ghana’s Upper West Region are set for revival after Engineers & Planners (E&P), one of West Africa’s largest indigenous mining contractors, acquired full equity in Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd and Upwest Resources Ghana Ltd. The transaction, completed with the Registrar of Companies and the Minerals Commission, […]

Lands Minister terminates FGR Begoso Prestea Mining Limited leases

The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has officially terminated the mining leases of FGR Bogoso Prestea Mining Limited. This decision, announced in a press statement on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, was based on recommendations from the Minerals Commission and the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice. The Ministry stated that the move […]

Bawumia outlines proposals to build robust mining sub-sector -It’s to bring reforms in industry

The Vice-President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has outlined some proposals to build a robust small-scale mining sub-sector by bringing major reforms in the mining industry. He said his overall objective was to make the country a leading player in gold in Africa across several value chains. “Our overall goal is to build a robust small-scale mining […]