Ghana's Mining Summit: A Step Towards Regulating Small-Scale Mining

Ghana's Mining Sector Seeks Regulation: AngloGold Ashanti Executive Offers Optimistic Outlook Accra, Ghana – The Mining in Motion summit held recently in Accra is generating considerable interest in Ghana's mining sector. The summit focused on the critical issue of regulating artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM), a significant part of the Ghanaian economy. Stewart Bailey, Chief Sustainability & Corporate Affairs Officer at AngloGold Ashanti, a major player in the industry, shared his perspective on the event's potential to bring positive change. "This is an important event for us," Bailey stated, emphasizing AngloGold Ashanti's commitment to the summit's objectives. He noted that the initiative aligns with the vision of His Majesty, the Asantehene, to engage stakeholders globally in addressing the burning issues affecting mining companies. The summit directly addressed the challenges of ASM, aiming to promote its formalization and professionalization. Bailey expressed optimism about the government's strong stance on the issue, stating, "It's been really gratifying from our perspective to see the open and strong stance that the government has taken on the issue." This positive outlook suggests a potential turning point in the regulation of ASM in Ghana, leading to improved safety, environmental protection, and economic benefits for local communities. The summit's success could serve as a model for other African nations grappling with similar challenges in the mining sector.