
Tarkwa residents petition government to renew Gold Fields mining leases
Communities hosting the Tarkwa Mine in Ghana have formally petitioned the government to extend Gold Fields Limited's five mining leases before their expiration in April 2027.
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Communities hosting the Tarkwa Mine in Ghana have formally petitioned the government to extend Gold Fields Limited's five mining leases before their expiration in April 2027.

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The chief executive of mining giant Gold Fields stated the company will not simply concede during discussions regarding mine lease agreements in Ghana.

Gold Fields anticipates a significant increase in its first-half earnings, projecting a year-over-year rise of as much as 90%.

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) in Ghana has disbursed GH¢219.8 million to healthcare providers, while the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation expanded healthcare access by renewing over 260 National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) memberships in Awudua.

The Apinto Divisional Council is advocating for host communities to become equity partners in Gold Fields Ghana Limited’s Tarkwa Mine, leveraging the ongoing lease renewal process as an opportunity to establish a new shared ownership model.

The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation and the Latter-day Saints Church have donated significant relief items to flood victims in Ghana. The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation provided GH₵150,000 worth of items to Tarkwa-Nsuaem victims, while NADMO received donations from the Latter-day Saints Church.
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A troubling irony is unfolding in Ghana's policy landscape regarding resource nationalism, with the IEA's call to deny Gold Fields' mining lease renewal potentially destroying local businesses it aims to champion.

Host communities of Gold Fields Ghana Limited in Tarkwa are appealing to the government to renew the mining company’s lease, emphasizing its contributions to local development projects and job creation.

The President of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS), Rashid Ibrahim Esq., has warned of sustained student-led action if the government renews Gold Fields’ mining lease at Tarkwa, linking the issue to xenophobic attacks.
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The Ghana Chamber of Mines has publicly defended Gold Fields' Tarkwa operations and advocated for responsible mining practices. This comes amidst ongoing tensions and controversy within the mining sector, including issues related to Adamus.
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The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation provided support for the commemoration of World Malaria Day in the Tarkwa Nsuaem Health Directorate, highlighting that over 5.3 million malaria cases were recorded in Ghana in 2025.
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Bobby Banson, a lawyer and lecturer, has refuted allegations that the Ghanaian government decided against renewing Gold Fields Ghana's mining lease for the Damang mine.

The Damang community expresses gratitude and anticipation as Gold Fields prepares to conclude its 25-year mining operations in the area. The departure marks the end of an era for the mining giant.
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The mining giant confirms it is reviewing all avenues, including potential litigation, to secure fair treatment and a renewed lease agreement for its operations at the Tarkwa site.

Opinion leaders and youth representatives from Huniso and surrounding communities in Ghana's Western Region have rejected calls to not renew Gold Fields Ghana’s Tarkwa Mine lease, citing potential job losses.

A proposal for the Government of Ghana to assume majority ownership of the Tarkwa Gold Mine after Gold Fields' lease expires in 2027 has sparked considerable public debate.
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A Ghanaian private citizen has petitioned the Council of State to intervene in the debate surrounding the renewal of Gold Fields Ghana Limited’s Tarkwa mining lease, warning against potential damage to investor confidence.

A governance expert, Dr. David Agbee, has submitted a formal policy proposal to the Ghanaian government, urging a state takeover of the Tarkwa Mine once Gold Fields' lease expires in 2027.

Policy analyst Dr. Steve Manteaw explains that the strong public interest surrounding the renewal of Gold Fields' Tarkwa mining lease reflects a growing sentiment among Ghanaians that the country is not receiving adequate value from its mining resources.

The Damang Mine, previously operated by Gold Fields Ghana Limited, has been officially transferred to Engineers and Planners Limited following a successful bid, accompanied by a $250 million investment in new mining equipment.

An open letter has been addressed to the President of Ghana, arguing that South African companies like Gold Fields and MTN should not continue to profit from Ghana while Ghanaians suffer in South Africa.

The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) in Ghana has held a press conference advocating against the renewal of Gold Fields' mining lease, citing concerns over resource nationalism.

Ghana's Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has publicly opposed the renewal of Gold Fields' Tarkwa mining lease. The think tank is urging the government to reject the extension and push for increased Ghanaian ownership in the mining sector.

Ghanaian MP Davis Ansah Opoku has urged the government to condition the extension of Gold Fields' lease in Tarkwa on stronger action against xenophobic attacks in South Africa.

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Employees of Engineers and Planners, operating at the Gold Fields Tarkwa Mine in Ghana, have initiated a strike to protest the delayed payment of essential employment benefits.

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Gold Fields has confirmed that preparations for the transition of the Damang mine to the Government of Ghana are progressing well, in line with the agreed arrangements announced in April 2025.

Youth in Wassa-Damang, Ghana, have dismissed allegations that Gold Fields’ Damang Mine has provided insufficient support to their local communities.

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South African mining giant Gold Fields reported an 81% increase in first-half profits driven by higher gold prices, but cautioned that uncertainty over mining lease renewals in Ghana could impact its valuation.

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The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation is supporting Tarkwa Prison with a 20-acre oil palm project aimed at inmate rehabilitation and skills development.

Gold Fields is robustly defending its bid for the renewal of its Tarkwa Mine lease, emphasizing that 74% of the mine's value remains in Ghana. The company highlights its significant economic contributions, including GH¢5.8 billion in taxes and GH¢8.8 billion in local spending, while addressing concerns from the Apinto Council.

The ongoing negotiations surrounding the Gold Fields lease renewal in Tarkwa, Ghana, are becoming a crucial test of how African governments navigate resource politics and establish new mining agreements.
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The Ghanaian government is considering transferring control of Gold Fields' Tarkwa mine to local firms once its lease expires. This move could lead to increased local ownership in the mining sector.

Residents of Huniso, a host community of Gold Fields Ghana Limited, have expressed support for the renewal of the company’s mining lease, while urging the government to include communities in negotiations.

Gold Fields announced it has invested approximately US$5 billion in Ghana over 30 years, stating that over 70% of its revenues remain in the country, as the debate surrounding mining leases intensifies.

The Ghanaian government has indicated its commitment to renewing the mining lease for Gold Fields’ Tarkwa mine but states that the process will undergo stricter scrutiny before approval, according to a Reuters report.

The national discussion surrounding the proposed renewal of Gold Fields’ Tarkwa mining lease in Ghana has raised strategic questions beyond foreign ownership, prompting calls for cautious deliberation.

A significant $740 million dispute between Gold Fields Ltd. and a mining contractor in Ghana, Engineers & Planners Co., is set to be resolved through arbitration.
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Engineers and Planners, led by Ibrahim Mahama, have officially assumed control of the Damang Mine concession, with promises of community development, jobs, and an airport for the area.

Bright Simons, Honorary Vice President of IMANI Africa, has criticized the Ghanaian government's refusal to renew Gold Fields' Damang mining lease, calling it untenable. He also stated that the Lands Minister lacks legal basis to restrict mining leases exclusively to Ghanaian-owned companies, and confirmed that Engineers and Planners operates solely within Ghana.

Engineers and Planners Company Limited (E&P) plans to invest approximately $1.2 billion in its Damang and Tarkwa mines, following its takeover from Gold Fields, and has dispatched 30 heavy-duty equipment to the sites to strengthen operations.

The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation has intensified its childhood cancer awareness campaign and invested $4.8 million in community health, focusing on early detection and access to care.
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