Illegal and small-scale mining known as galamsey is contaminating the country’s rivers and soil, activists say.

Ghana, once known as the "Gold Coast," has a history connection with gold. For centuries, this precious metal has shaped the nation’s destiny, fueling trade, wealth, and development. But has gold been ...

ACCRA (Reuters) -A Ghanaian small-scale miners' association on Sunday said soldiers killed nine unarmed people at an AngloGold Ashanti mine on Saturday night, while the army said seven illegal miners ...

Galiano Gold, which mines Asanko Gold Mines in Ghana, had previously targeted long-term gold production of about 250,000 oz/year. Commenting on AISC guidance for 2025, CEO Matt Badylak said it was ...

Gold has been a top asset in 2025, reaching $2,882/oz due to economic uncertainty. Tariffs and supply disruptions in Africa contribute to its rise.

Ghana solidified its position as Africa's leading gold exporter with $7.6 billion in gold shipments. The momentum carried into 2024, where a notable 30% increase in gold prices contributed to rising ...

Ghana plans to launch a Gold Board to streamline gold purchases from small-scale miners, increase earnings and reduce smuggling, the west African country’s newly appointed finance minister ...

GHANA this week unveiled plans for a Gold Board that will be tasked with boosting returns from the sector by streamlining metal purchases from small scale miners and reduce smuggling into the bargain, ...

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Perseus Mining, an Australian company, runs the Yaouré and Sissingué gold mines in Côte d'Ivoire, producing over 300,000 ounces annually. Last year, the firm’s revenues soared thanks to a roughly 30% ...

The deal was part of several mine sales from Newmont Corp. to reduce debt after acquiring Australia's largest gold producer.

Ghana’s annual trade surplus reached $5 billion in 2024 for the first time ever as the value of the country’s gold exports ...