1 hour ago Asanko Gold Pledges Community Dialogue After Fatal Mining Clash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/asanko-gold-pledges-community-dialogue-after-fatal-mining-clash/Asanko Gold Ghana has committed to constructive dialogue with local authorities and community leaders following a fatal confrontation at its Mpatuam concession that left an assemblyman and resident dead Tuesday. The mining company confirmed tensions between military personnel and community members escalated, resulting in deaths and damage to contractor equipment during the violent clash at […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/asanko-gold-pledges-community-dialogue-after-fatal-mining-clash/

Events

1 hour ago Ghana Assemblyman Killed in Mining Dispute Clash with Soldiers

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-assemblyman-killed-in-mining-dispute-clash-with-soldiers/An assemblyman was shot dead Tuesday during violent clashes between soldiers and residents protesting alleged military brutality at Asanko Gold Mines in Ghana’s Ashanti Region. Samson Danquah, the Assemblymember for Aboabo Tetekaaso, was killed on Tuesday during clashes between residents and soldiers at Asanko Gold Mines in Mpatuam, Amansie West District. The fatal confrontation erupted […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-assemblyman-killed-in-mining-dispute-clash-with-soldiers/

Events

2 h. ago Ghana Launches Gold Traceability System to Combat Illegal Mining by End 2025

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-gold-traceability-system-to-combat-illegal-mining-by-end-2025/The Ghana Gold Board will implement a nationwide traceability system by December 2025 to track every gram of gold from mine to export, CEO Sammy Gyamfi announced as the country seeks to formalize its booming small-scale mining sector worth $6.3 billion this year. The comprehensive tracking system will ensure all gold purchased by GoldBod originates […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-launches-gold-traceability-system-to-combat-illegal-mining-by-end-2025/

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2 h. ago Ghana Gold Board Supplies Nearly 100kg to Central Bank as Reserves Soar

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-supplies-nearly-100kg-to-central-bank-as-reserves-soar/The Ghana Gold Board has purchased and supplied nearly 100 kilograms of gold from seven large-scale mining companies to the Bank of Ghana, supporting a dramatic expansion of the country’s gold reserves that reached a record 36.02 tonnes in August 2025. CEO Sammy Gyamfi announced the milestone during the maiden Mining and Minerals Convention in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-gold-board-supplies-nearly-100kg-to-central-bank-as-reserves-soar/

Politics

6 h. ago Water: ‘Polluter pay’ principle must apply – Ken Ashigbey on galamsey

Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, Ken Ashigbey, has called for the application of the “polluter pays” principle in response to the Ghana Water Company Limited’s (GWCL) proposal for a 280 percent increase in water tariffs.

Politics

6 h. ago Asanko Gold pledges dialogue after fatal clash at concession

Asanko Gold Ghana has clarified events surrounding today's violent clash at its concession near Mpatuam in the Amansie South District, which left one person dead and several others injured.

Events

7 h. ago GWCL seeks 280% water tariff hike, blames galamsey for rising costs

The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) has proposed a 280 percent upward adjustment in water tariffs.

Politics

10 h. ago Ghana is resetting and Africa is rising; GoldBod is ready – Sammy Gyamfi

Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, has announced far-reaching reforms aimed at boosting Ghana’s gold production and ensuring greater national benefit from the mining sector.

Politics

11 h. ago GoldBod exports 66.7 tonnes of gold worth $6.3bn in 8 months

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Samuel Gyamfi, has revealed that the country exported a total of 66.7 tonnes of gold between January and August 2025 under the government’s new gold export framework with small scale mining companies. The exports, carried out by the Board in partnership with the Bank of […]

Politics

11 h. ago GoldBod to commence domestic gold refining from October 2025

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has announced plans to begin local processing and refining of gold in October 2025, as part of major reforms aimed at boosting the country’s gold production. Speaking at the 2025 Minerals and Mining Convention in Accra, Mr. Gyamfi explained that the move forms part of the board’s broader expansion strategy […]

Politics

12 h. ago MTN Group’s Ralph Mupita commends Ghana’s ongoing telecom reforms, calls for closer collaboration

MTN Group President and CEO, Ralph Mupita, has underscored MTN’s commitment to accelerating digital and financial inclusion across Africa, highlighting Ghana’s critical role in the Group’s strategy and operations.

Politics

24 h. ago Telecel Ghana strengthens inclusion with inspiring Fireside Chat

Telecel Ghana is taking bold steps to close one of the nation’s greatest inclusion gaps: employment and empowerment for persons with disabilities.

Sport

25 h. ago International Legal Battle Threatens Ghana’s Mining Sector Over Black Volta Gold Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-legal-battle-threatens-ghanas-mining-sector-over-black-volta-gold-project/Ghana’s mining sector faces potential international arbitration as competing ownership claims over the Black Volta Gold Project have escalated into a high-stakes legal confrontation that could expose the country to billion-dollar liability claims. Engineers & Planners Company Ltd has announced the successful acquisition of all issued shares of Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd and Upwest Resources […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-legal-battle-threatens-ghanas-mining-sector-over-black-volta-gold-project/

Events

26 h. ago Impact Investors Accelerate Ghana’s Research Commercialization Drive

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/impact-investors-accelerate-ghanas-research-commercialization-drive/Impact investors are intensifying efforts to transform Ghana’s academic research into commercially viable products, addressing a persistent innovation bottleneck that has limited the country’s technology-driven economic growth. The 2025 Ghana Research Industry Collaborative Forum convened over 150 stakeholders from academia, industry, government, and international development at the British Council in Accra under the theme “Catalyzing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/impact-investors-accelerate-ghanas-research-commercialization-drive/

Politics

27 h. ago Blue Gold Secures US$80M for Mining Expansion and Digital Token Launch

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/blue-gold-secures-us80m-for-mining-expansion-and-digital-token-launch/Blue Gold Limited has closed on $80 million in financing to accelerate mining acquisitions and advance its blockchain-based gold token initiative, combining traditional mining with digital asset innovation. The dual financing structure includes $5 million in senior convertible notes from an accredited investor and a $75 million equity line of credit with an institutional investor, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/blue-gold-secures-us80m-for-mining-expansion-and-digital-token-launch/

Politics

30 h. ago Serene Insurance CEO Wins Topmost Award at Two Industry Events

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/serene-insurance-ceo-wins-topmost-award-at-two-industry-events/The Chief Executive Officer of Serene Insurance Company Limited, a member of the First Sky Group, Mrs. Mercy Naa Koshie Boampong has been adjudged Insurance Personality for 2025 and Insurance Professional of the Year 2024 at two separate prestigious insurance industry events in August, 2025. Mercy was the recipient of the topmost award at the 5th Chartered Institute […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/serene-insurance-ceo-wins-topmost-award-at-two-industry-events/

Society

32 h. ago Transforming Volta Lake Transport Limited: A Catalyst for Ghana’s 24

Introduction                  Ghana is taking concrete steps to turn the “24-Hour Economy” from a slogan into a pipeline of bankable projects. One of the most consequential is the Volta Economic Corridor, an integrated effort to make Lake Volta a backbone for around-the-clock logistics, industrialisation, and export growth. The programme, launched by the government this year, […]

Sport

32 h. ago Foreign Affairs Ministry honours Multimedia Group for supporting 4th Made

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has acknowledged the role of the Multimedia Group Ghana Limited in promoting the 4th edition of the Made-in-Ghana Bazaar. In a plaque presented to the media giant, the Ministry said, “It is in recognition of your contribution as a platinum sponsor for the 4th Made-in-Ghana Bazaar from […]

Politics

36 h. ago Serene Insurance CEO Wins Top Most Award at Two Industry Events

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, VEK, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/serene-insurance-ceo-wins-top-most-award-at-two-industry-events/The Chief Executive Officer of Serene Insurance Company Limited, a member of the First Sky Group, Mrs. Mercy Naa Koshie Boampong has been adjudged Insurance Personality for 2025 and Insurance Professional of the Year 2024 at two separate prestigious insurance industry events in August, 2025. Mercy was the recipient of the topmost award at the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, VEK, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/serene-insurance-ceo-wins-top-most-award-at-two-industry-events/

Society

36 h. ago Blue Gold Limited closes on $5 million senior convertible notes and $75 million equity line of credit

NEW YORK, NY, Sept. 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Blue Gold Limited (Nasdaq: BGL) ("Blue Gold" or the “Company”), a next-generation gold development and technology company, today announced that it has closed a $5 million senior convertible notes private placement with a certain accredited investor. In addition to the convertible notes, Blue Gold has also entered into an agreement with an instutitional investor for a $75 million equity line of credit, which upon the satisfaction of certain conditions, will provide the Company with access to additional capital to support its operational and strategic growth initiatives. 

Economics