2 h. ago Ghana Mining Royalties Surge 40% as Gold Sector Drives Revenue Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-mining-royalties-surge-40-as-gold-sector-drives-revenue-growth/Ghana collected US$291.87 million in large-scale gold royalties through September 2025, marking strong revenue momentum across mining segments as regulatory compliance strengthens and investor confidence remains solid. The country’s mining revenue performance reached new highs in the first three quarters of 2025, with the Minerals Income Investment Fund reporting growth in all major mineral categories. […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-mining-royalties-surge-40-as-gold-sector-drives-revenue-growth/

Politics

28 h. ago PIAC Extends Petroleum Revenue Transparency Drive to Market Traders

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/piac-extends-petroleum-revenue-transparency-drive-to-market-traders/The Public Interest and Accountability Committee has launched targeted outreach to market women in Accra, responding to complaints that ordinary citizens remain uninformed about petroleum revenue spending despite 15 years of commercial oil production. Deputy Market Queen of Madina Market Theresa Ansong told PIAC officials during Friday’s engagement that no authority has ever explained how […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/piac-extends-petroleum-revenue-transparency-drive-to-market-traders/

Politics

2 d. ago Northern Ghana Gold Sector Faces Extremist Infiltration Risk

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/northern-ghana-gold-sector-faces-extremist-infiltration-risk/Northern Ghana’s informal gold mining operations have become vulnerable to potential exploitation by Sahel-based militant groups, according to a new report released this week by the Global Initiative Against Transnational Organized Crime (GI-TOC). The study, authored by Marcena Hunter and Gideon Ofosu-Peasah, warns that conditions in the region’s artisanal and small scale gold mining (ASGM) […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/northern-ghana-gold-sector-faces-extremist-infiltration-risk/

Politics

4 d. ago Global gold prices have made Ghana richer. But at what cost?

The illegal gold pits bring wealth to Ghana, directly employing over one million small-scale miners and accounting for 35% of the country’s gold production.

Economics

5 d. ago Ghana Chamber of Mines condemns threats against AngloGold Ashanti, urges respect for rule of law

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has expressed deep concern over a one-week ultimatum issued by the Artisanal Small-Scale Miners Association (ASSMA) in Obuasi to the government and AngloGold Ashanti (Ghana) Limited (AGAG), describing the threats as a risk to peace and stability in the mining sector.

Events

7 d. ago Joyce Aryee Demands Gender Equity Reform in Ghana Mining Sector

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/joyce-aryee-demands-gender-equity-reform-in-ghana-mining-sector/Stateswoman Joyce Aryee has challenged Ghana’s mining industry to address systemic marginalization of women, describing current conditions as fundamentally unjust despite the sector’s potential to transform lives. The former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Chamber of Mines made these observations during a mentorship session with fellows of the Africa Extractive Media Fellowship (AEMF). […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/joyce-aryee-demands-gender-equity-reform-in-ghana-mining-sector/

Politics

9 d. ago This Saturday on Newsfile: Wesley Girls brouhaha, Kpandai election rerun and MIIF GH¢11m spending on foreign travel

This weekend on Newsfile, we confront the stories defining Ghana’s rule of law, governance, and accountability ecosystem. It’s a charged national conversation, from the classrooms of Cape Coast to the corridors of Parliament, and straight into the vaults of Ghana’s mineral wealth.

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9 d. ago Livestream: Newsfile discusses Wesley Girls brouhaha, Kpandai election rerun and MIIF GH¢11m spending on foreign travel

This weekend on Newsfile, we confront the stories defining Ghana’s rule of law, governance, and accountability ecosystem. It’s a charged national conversation, from the classrooms of Cape Coast to the corridors of Parliament, and straight into the vaults of Ghana’s mineral wealth.

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9 d. ago Playback: Newsfile discussed Wesley Girls brouhaha, Kpandai election rerun and MIIF GH¢11m spending on foreign travel

This weekend on Newsfile, we confront the stories defining Ghana’s rule of law, governance, and accountability ecosystem. It’s a charged national conversation, from the classrooms of Cape Coast to the corridors of Parliament, and straight into the vaults of Ghana’s mineral wealth.

Politics

1 week ago GIISDEC and Geological Survey Authority Formalize Partnership on Iron Ore Development

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/giisdec-and-geological-survey-authority-formalize-partnership-on-iron-ore-development/Ghana’s plans to build an integrated iron and steel industry have advanced following the signing of a cooperation agreement between the Ghana Integrated Iron and Steel Development Corporation (GIISDEC) and the Ghana Geological Survey Authority to intensify technical work on mineral exploration. The memorandum of understanding formalizes collaboration that has existed for several years and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/giisdec-and-geological-survey-authority-formalize-partnership-on-iron-ore-development/

Culture

1 week ago Ethics, inclusion, and community collaboration are pillars for Ghana’s mining sector – Dr Joyce Aryee

Rev. Dr. Joyce Aryee, former Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, has emphasised the importance of ethical leadership, inclusive development, and stronger community collaboration within Ghana’s extractive industry.

Politics

1 week ago Atlantic Lithium Chairman Reports Progress Despite Mining Lease Delays

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/atlantic-lithium-chairman-reports-progress-despite-mining-lease-delays/Atlantic Lithium’s chairman delivered an optimistic assessment of the company’s progress at today’s Annual General Meeting, emphasizing cost discipline and strategic funding despite ongoing delays in securing parliamentary ratification for Ghana’s first lithium mine. The virtual meeting held at 7pm Sydney time featured a statement highlighting the company’s resilience through challenging market conditions. The chairman […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/atlantic-lithium-chairman-reports-progress-despite-mining-lease-delays/

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1 week ago Atlantic Lithium Secures Additional Funding for Ghana Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/atlantic-lithium-secures-additional-funding-for-ghana-project/Atlantic Lithium has received deferred proceeds from an earlier share placement and launched a second round to raise an additional £2 million, strengthening its financial position as it pursues what would become Ghana’s first lithium mine. The Africa focused mining company announced Tuesday that Long State Investments paid £1 million in deferred consideration from an […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/atlantic-lithium-secures-additional-funding-for-ghana-project/

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1 week ago JoyNews intercepts confidential report on MIIF losing over GH¢700m in gold deal with Goldridge

JoyNews has obtained a confidential audit by the Ghana Audit Service revealing how the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) lost over GH¢708 million in a gold trade deal with Goldridge Refinery Limited (GRL).

Politics

1 week ago ASM sector contributed 90 tonnes of gold, making up 53% of Ghana’s export earnings – Sammy Gyamfi

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, has revealed that the Artisanal and Small-Scale Mining (ASM) sector delivered a historic 90 tonnes of gold in 2025, representing 53% of the country’s total gold export earnings.

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2 w. ago GoldBod Initiative Under Fire: Adei Alleges Galamsey Legitimization

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/goldbod-initiative-under-fire-adei-alleges-galamsey-legitimization/Professor Stephen Adei has accused President John Dramani Mahama’s administration of effectively legitimizing illegal mining through the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), sparking fresh controversy over the government’s flagship gold sector reform. Speaking to a congregation in a video widely circulated on social media, the educationist and former Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/goldbod-initiative-under-fire-adei-alleges-galamsey-legitimization/

Events

2 w. ago Ghana unveils GH¢22 billion reform agenda to transform energy, gold sector, and environmental protection

Government commits historic funding to clear energy debts, build Africa's largest thermal plant, revolutionize gold value chain, and intensify fight against illegal mining.

Economics

2 w. ago Lithium debate driven by sentiment, not Facts — Steve Manteaw

Policy Analyst and Natural Resource Governance Expert, Dr Steve Manteaw, has cautioned Ghanaians against overstating the economic significance of lithium compared to the country’s gold sector, describing the political debate over the revised Atlantic Lithium agreement as overly sentimental and potentially harmful to investment confidence.

Politics

2 w. ago IMANI Questions Ghana’s Lithium Royalty Cut Despite Profit Projections

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-questions-ghanas-lithium-royalty-cut-despite-profit-projections/A policy analyst has challenged the government’s justification for reducing Ghana’s lithium royalty rate from 10 percent to 5 percent, arguing that financial data shows the Atlantic Lithium project remains profitable even at current commodity prices. Bright Simons, Vice President of IMANI Africa, presented detailed calculations this week suggesting the Ewoyaa lithium mine would still […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-questions-ghanas-lithium-royalty-cut-despite-profit-projections/

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2 w. ago Armed miners hold five forest reserves hostage, Ghana Institute of Foresters reveals

Five forest reserves in Ghana remain under the control of armed miners, as illegal mining continues to threaten the country’s protected forests, the Ghana Institute of Foresters (GIF) has disclosed.

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