Gold Fields Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to responsible mining, community development and strong partnerships with traditional authorities as discussions over the renewal of the Tarkwa mining leases continue.
The mining company stated that recent media reports suggested that the Apinto Divisional Council had expressed concerns over the lease renewal process.
According to Gold Fields, the views reported do not reflect its long-standing relationship with traditional leaders and host communities or the extensive investments it has made in the Tarkwa area over the years.
The company said it has operated the Tarkwa Mine for more than 30 years, working closely with the Government of Ghana, traditional authorities, local communities, employees and other stakeholders.
It explained that it has maintained regular engagement with community leaders through platforms such as the Tarkwa Mine Community Consultative Committee, where issues relating to mining operations, environmental management, rehabilitation and lease renewal are discussed.
Gold Fields highlighted its contribution to Ghana’s economy, noting that about 74 per cent of the value generated by the Tarkwa Mine remains in the country through taxes, royalties, government dividends, local procurement, salaries and community investments.
The company disclosed that in 2025 alone, it paid approximately GHS5.8 billion in corporate taxes, royalties, dividends and other statutory payments to the Government.
It also spent GHS8.8 billion on goods and services sourced locally, with GHS6.5 billion going directly to suppliers within host communities.
Gold Fields said its community development projects are implemented through the Gold Fields Ghana Foundation in collaboration with traditional authorities and community representatives.
Since its establishment, the Foundation has invested more than US$110 million in education, healthcare, infrastructure, agriculture, water and sanitation, enterprise development and environmental conservation.
Among the major projects completed are the 33-kilometre Tarkwa-Damang asphalt road, the Tarkwa and Abosso Sports Stadium, the construction of more than 52 schools, scholarships for hundreds of students, an Artificial Intelligence SmartLab, skills training programmes and several healthcare and water projects.
The company also revealed that approximately 70 per cent of workers at the Tarkwa Mine are from host communities, while 99 per cent of its workforce is made up of Ghanaians.
The company confirmed that it submitted its application for the renewal of the Tarkwa mining leases in November 2025 and presented a detailed renewal proposal to the Government in July 2026.
It said the proposal seeks to increase local participation, expand procurement opportunities, strengthen community benefits and create long-term economic value.
Gold Fields stressed that it remains committed to constructive engagement with the Government, the Apinto Divisional Council and all stakeholders as the lease renewal process continues.
