Gold Fields Must Stay – Huniso Youth
Nana Kwesi Ansah (middle) addressing journalists The youth of Huniso in the Prestea-Huni Valley Municipality of the Western Region, have appealed to the government to renew the mining lease Read More... The post Gold Fields Must Stay – Huniso Youth appeared first on DailyGuide Network .
The youth of Huniso in the Prestea-Huni Valley Municipality of Ghana's Western Region have called on the government to renew the mining lease of Gold Fields Ghana Limited's Tarkwa mine. Despite acknowledging that all mining companies have environmental and social challenges, the residents insist Gold Fields has significantly contributed to their communities.
They argue that the company has provided jobs, funded infrastructure, and supported local businesses. The youth assert that some traditional leaders are using a "self-centred agenda" to deny the lease extension for private gain. The Huniso Youth, joined by residents from nearby communities, held a press conference demanding the government ignore these leaders' claims.
They highlighted the extensive investments Gold Fields has made in the area, including over $109 million in community projects, the construction of roads, stadiums, and health facilities, as well as scholarship programs for local youth. The spokesperson for the youth emphasized that the Tarkwa mine is a world-class, deep open pit requiring continuous capital expenditure.
He warned that suggesting a local or state company could maintain the mine's scale and efficiency is an illusion. The youth urged the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources to demand a stricter Community Development Agreement (CDA) and ensure job security, technical training, and prioritization of local recruitment for the youth of Huniso.
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