{
  "id": 12205726,
  "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",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-10-05T18:19:52.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Adom Online",
    "slug": "adom-online",
    "url": "https://www.adomonline.com/mining-sector-must-move-from-publicity-to-proof-of-impact-chamber-of-mines-coo/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Ghana's mining industry must shift from merely stating its contributions to showing through evidence how these benefits enhance lives and deliver lasting advantages, according to Ahmed Dasana Nantogmah, Chief Operating Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines. Delivering the keynote address at the 2026 PR, Environment and Sustainability Seminar in Kumasi, Mr. Nantogmah emphasized the necessity of moving from mere publicity to tangible proof of impact in light of today's informed and increasingly skeptical public, who are less likely to accept corporate claims without substantiation. With over GH¢24.2 billion in fiscal revenue in 2025, and significant local purchases and community investments, the industry must now demonstrate that these financial figures translate into visible improvements. Mr. Nantogmah urged mining companies to illustrate tangible benefits such as stronger local businesses, improved livelihoods, infrastructure enhancements, and sustainable employment opportunities witnessed firsthand by community members. He also advocated for policies that ensure predictable outcomes, increased domestic investment, and stronger retention of economic value within Ghana. Donald Gwira, Vice President of the Institute of Public Relations Ghana, highlighted the distinction between reputation and trust, emphasizing that trust is earned through consistent alignment between an organization's statements, actions, and stakeholder experiences. Gwira suggested that PR should be integrated into strategic management, calling for communications professionals to engage early in organizational decision-making to anticipate and address emerging issues. The seminar underscored that credibility in the mining sector will hinge not only on the magnitude of contributions but also on the industry's ability to deliver concrete, measurable results.",
  "summary": "Ghana’s mining sector must go beyond citing billions of cedis in taxes, local purchases and community spending by demonstrating how these contributions improve lives and deliver enduring benefits. 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. Mr. […]",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
        "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",
        "published": "2026-10-05T17:42:49.000Z"
      }
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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."
}