{
  "id": 12203432,
  "title": "Mining must prove its impact, not just publicise it — Chamber of Mines",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/mining-must-prove-its-impact-not-just-publicise-it-chamber-of-mines",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-05T17:42:49.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/mining-must-prove-its-impact-not-just-publicise-it-chamber-of-mines/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghana's mining industry must shift from merely proclaiming its economic contributions to demonstrating tangible evidence of the positive impact these contributions have on local communities, according to the Ghana Chamber of Mines. At the recent PR, Environment and Sustainability Seminar in Kumasi, Ahmed Dasana Nantogmah, the Chamber's Chief Operating Officer, stressed the need for proof rather than just publicity.\n\nHe noted that today's public is more informed and skeptical, demanding concrete proof of the benefits generated by the mining sector. The industry's contributions in 2025 were substantial, with over GH¢24.2 billion in fiscal revenue, US$7 billion spent locally, and US$88.6 million invested in community projects. However, Nantogmah questioned whether these figures translate into visible improvements for mining communities.\n\nFor lasting impact, the sector should be characterized by strengthened local businesses, enhanced livelihoods, improved infrastructure, and sustainable employment opportunities, all of which should be observable on the ground. Nantogmah also linked the industry's potential for growth to more predictable policies, increased investment, and stronger domestic value retention.\n\nDonald Gwira, Vice President of the Institute of Public Relations Ghana, further emphasized the importance of credibility, distinguishing between reputation and trust. Trust is earned through consistent alignment between an organization's statements, actions, and experiences with its stakeholders. Gwira called for PR to become an integral part of strategic management, with professionals involved early in decision-making to anticipate and address emerging issues. The seminar highlighted that the mining industry's credibility in the face of increasing public scrutiny will hinge not just on the magnitude of its contributions, but also on its ability to demonstrate concrete, verifiable results.",
  "summary": "Ahmed Dasana Nantogmah, Chief Operating Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, made the call while opening the 2026 PR, Environment and Sustainability Seminar in Kumasi.",
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        "title": "Mining must prove its impact, not just publicise it — Chamber of Mines",
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      {
        "outlet": "Adom Online",
        "title": "Mining sector must move from publicity to proof of impact – Chamber of Mines COO",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/mining-sector-must-move-from-publicity-to-proof-of-impact-chamber-of",
        "published": "2026-10-05T18:19:52.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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