Hamak Strategy raises £200,000 as Ghana’s Akoko gold project seeks development financing
London-listed Hamak Strategy has secured £200,000 through a share issue as it works to develop a broader financing structure for the Akoko gold project in...
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Ghana’s Ewoyaa lithium project secures mining lease as full construction funding remains outstanding
Atlantic Lithium’s Ewoyaa project in Ghana has secured a key regulatory approval after the country’s parliament ratified its mining lease in March 2026, establishing the...
Ghana Introduces 30% Gold Purchase Rule for Large-Scale Mining Companies
Ghana is introducing a new gold reserve policy that will require large-scale mining companies to sell part of their production to the state, creating a...
The high cost of illegal gold mining in Ghana: A crisis for the environment, economy and health
Ghana is grappling with the devastating consequences of illegal gold mining, which continues to wreak havoc on its environment, economy and public health. The rampant...
Castle Minerals secures $2 million investment to advance graphite project in Ghana
Australian junior Castle Minerals is fast-tracking its graphite production plans in Ghana, as the country aims to become West Africa’s first critical minerals hub. Castle...
IEA calls for local investor preference in Newmont Akyem Gold Mine sale amid national security concerns
The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has called on the Ghanaian government to consider local investors for the upcoming sale of the Newmont Akyem Gold...
Ghana on the brink: Urgent action needed against gold mining and deforestation
As public protests against illegal gold mining and deforestation grow louder, Ghanaians are coming together to address two critical threats: rampant surface gold mining and...
Surge in illegal gold mining in Ghana: Health risks and environmental damage on the rise
Illegal gold mining operations, known as “galamsey,” have surged in Ghana, raising significant health and environmental concerns. A recent report by Reuters highlighted the perilous...
Illegal gold mining in Ghana: Health risks and environmental consequences demand immediate action
Millions in Ghana are grappling with the severe consequences of illegal gold mining, locally referred to as “galamsey.” This practice has resulted in significant environmental...
Ghana’s gold mining dilemma: Economic benefits vs. environmental and regulatory challenges
Ghana, a major global player in gold production, is Africa’s largest gold producer and ranks sixth worldwide. In 2023, the country produced 4 million ounces...