Western Regional Minister urges Sankofa Gold Mine to sustain production, maximise Ghana's Gold resources

On Wednesday, October 7, 2026, Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson visited the Sankofa Gold Mine in Prestea, a government-owned mining company. Nelson expressed support for the mine to maintain production and explore ways to boost financial sustainability. During the visit, Nelson inspected the processing plant and tailings facilities, noting the mine's resumption after nine months was encouraging, but emphasized the need for uninterrupted operations.

He urged the management to avoid disruptions aside from maintenance, stressing the importance of the mine's revival in contributing to employment, government revenue, and economic development. Nelson also encouraged Sankofa to benefit from Ghana's focus on maximizing gold resources, particularly through the GoldBod initiative. The Minister welcomed the mine's plans to diversify operations for long-term sustainability and expressed optimism about a new board complementing management and staff.

Sankofa's Managing Director, Alhaji Ishaq Dauda, informed that the current tailings facility has only three months of deposition capacity left, making the completion of the new TSF2 facility critical. The new facility, funded by Sankofa's internal resources, is 80 percent complete, with civil works expected to finish by the end of October and commissioning targeted for December.

Dauda highlighted the project's delays due to regulatory requirements, engagements with traditional authorities, and heavy rainfall, and emphasized adherence to environmental protection standards. Sankofa had invested GH¢6 million in processing tanks refurbishment and US$440,000 in tailings facility improvements, creating jobs for about 150 community youths.