Damang Gold Mine Airport project to cost at least $80m —Community Relations Manager

Ramy Oboro, Community Relations Manager for Damang Gold Mine Limited, has revealed that the company's planned airport in the Western Region is set to cost at least $80 million to complete. During a segment on Asempa FM's Ekosiisen programme in Tarkwa, Mr Oboro explained that the estimated cost covered the initial land preparation and construction of supporting infrastructure needed to make the airstrip operational.

Phase One of the project involves leveling the land, while Phase Two will focus on constructing additional facilities and installing the necessary equipment and electrical systems, including a pole to receive signals and other electrical equipment essential for the airstrip's operations. Oboro noted that the final cost could exceed the $80 million estimate due to the scope of the work and the infrastructure required to complete the project.

"I think it will even go beyond that," he added. Damang Gold Mine, previously operated by Gold Fields Ghana Limited, was transferred to Engineers and Planners in April 2026 following the company's victory in a competitive tender for the concession. The symbolic handover occurred at the mine site on April 18, 2026, with the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, present.

Since the government took over the concession, businessman and CEO of Engineers and Planners, Ibrahim Mahama, has pledged substantial infrastructure investments for communities surrounding the Damang Mine.