The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has clarified that the revocation of the mining leases of Adamus Resources Limited was a regulatory action and was not intended to facilitate the sale of the company or its mining assets. In a statement issued on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, the Ministry said the decision followed findings …
Mining sector analyst Dr Kenneth Bansah has described the government’s decision to uphold the revocation of Adamus Resources Limited’s mining leases as a “long-overdue” decision. According to Dr. Bansah, the increasing scrutiny of mining activities in Ghana is important to ensure that the sector delivers value while meeting environmental, social and safety standards. The Minister …
At the end of July the MINING.COM TOP 50* ranking of the world’s most valuable miners had a combined market capitalization of $2.17 trillion, up $18 billion for the month and holding a gain of $26 billion so far in 2026. The Top 50 now runs on a monthly clock, and on a new basis: …
Barrick Mining (TSX: ABX)(NYSE: B) and Newmont have settled their outstanding Nevada Gold Mines disputes in a deal that brings key projects into the joint venture and requires Newmont to pay Barrick $1.95 billion. Under the agreement, Barrick’s Fourmile project and Newmont’s Fiberline and Mike projects will be part of Nevada Gold Mines, the largest …
Adamus Resources Limited owes the Government of Ghana GH¢86.8 million in unpaid royalties and GH¢290.5 million in tax arrears, an Inter-Ministerial Committee reviewing the company’s petition has found. The findings contributed to the decision by the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, to uphold the revocation of Adamus’ Akango, Salman and Nkroful …
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has upheld the revocation of the mining leases held by Adamus Resources Limited following the submission of the final report of the Inter-Ministerial Committee tasked with reviewing the company’s petition against the initial decision. The Minister’s final determination brings to a close a review process …
The fight against galamsey started about 40 years ago. The first major action came in the late 1980s, when the Small-Scale Gold Mining Law of 1989 (PNDCL 218) was enacted. While it was not a comprehensive law to govern the rapidly evolving artisanal and small-scale mining sector, it provided an important foundation for regulating and …
Residents of Ningo, Subriso and other communities within the Benso Electoral Area of the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality have raised serious concerns over what they describe as excessive blasting activities by Golden Star Resources’ Wassa Mine. According to the residents, the frequent and intense blasting has made life increasingly difficult, with some claiming they are unable …
AngloGold Ashanti Iduapriem Mine has commissioned a US$1.1 million, 60-bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at the Tarkwa Municipal Hospital to strengthen specialised healthcare services for newborns in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Municipality and surrounding districts. The newly commissioned facility is designed to provide specialised care for critically ill and premature newborns, offering a dedicated environment …
Government has commenced an assessment of the viability of commercial gold mining in parts of Eastern Province, with a focus on determining whether mineral resources can be responsibly exploited without compromising environmental conservation. Ministry of Mines and Minerals Development Permanent Secretary Dr. Hapenga Kabeta said the assessment is aimed at establishing the extent of gold …
