Kofi Ahovi

 The Ugandan government has partnered with Ghana's Jospong Group of Companies (JGC) to decommission the 39-acre Kiteezi Landfill in the Wakiso District near Kampala. The decommissioned site will be transformed into an ecological recreational facility. Additionally, JGC plans to invest in integrated composting and recycling systems as well as transfer stations, providing comprehensive waste treatment and disposal solutions to improve environmental sanitation in the Greater Kampala Metropolitan Area. This system will produce organic compost for agricultural and horticultural applications, while recovered plastics will serve as raw materials for a new bin manufacturing facility. The initiative is expected to create over 2,000 direct jobs for Ugandans. This collaborative project comes on the heels of a devastating waste slide on August 10, 2024, which resulted in 23 fatalities and significant property damage. Jospong Group, renowned for its extensive experience in Africa and Asia, is w

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has teamed up with the International Cyanide Management Institute (ICMI) to host a two-day workshop on implementation and auditing of the International Cyanide Management Code effective cyanide management and risk minimization. The event, which is the third in series, kicked off on October 8, 2024, in Accra, has drawn approximately 160 participants from mining companies, haulage firms, auditors, and regulators from Ghana and beyond. According to Sulemanu Koney, CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, this training is vital for promoting responsible mining practices. "The use of cyanide in gold extraction has been a long-standing practice, but we recognize the potential risks associated with its handling, use, and storage," he emphasized. Sulemanu Koney, CEO of the Ghana Chamber of Mines The workshop aims to share best practices, discuss emerging technologies, and explore innovative solutions to improve cyanide management. Koney also highlighted the impor

 The Minerals Commission of Ghana has firmly refuted claims of understaffing, asserting that it possesses adequate resources to fulfil its inspection and regulatory duties. Speaking during a parliamentary hearing before the Government Assurances Committee on Monday, October 7, Martin Ayisi, the Chief Executive Officer of the Commission, addressed concerns regarding reports of staffing challenges. Ayisi reassured the committee that the Commission has both the personnel and logistics needed to effectively oversee the mining sector. Ayisi’s remarks come in response to widespread reports suggesting the Commission was facing operational difficulties due to staffing shortages. However, the CEO confidently dismissed these allegations, emphasizing that the Commission is well-equipped to manage its responsibilities efficiently. “Capacity-wise, I think we’re okay. I was listening to the news this morning and I heard one of the radio stations talking about capacity, we’re understaffed, it’s not t

The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has extended the application deadline for the 21st edition of the Ghana Club 100 Awards to October 11, 2024. In a press statement issued on Monday, October 7, GIPC CEO Yofi Grant stated that this extension allows eligible companies another chance to apply and secure a place among the nation’s top 100 businesses. Eligible participants must be limited liability firms, although companies with government interests may also qualify if government ownership is below 50% unless they are listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange. Grant encouraged companies seeking recognition this year to submit their applications via the GIPC website (https://www.gipc.gov.gh/ghana-club-100-entries/). He also announced that the awards ceremony is now scheduled for October 25, 2024, at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel. This year’s GC100 will include executive networking sessions, an awards ceremony, and engaging post-event celebrations, continuing the tradition of honouring exc

Zoomlion Ghana Limited has recently addressed concerns raised by some operatives under the Sanitation Module of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), seeking to clarify its role in the program and provide transparency on payment of allowances. The company emphasized that payment of YEA operatives’ allowances is solely determined by the Government/YEA and then released to Zoomlion for onward payment to the beneficiaries. Zoomlion manages their day-to-day activities but does not control or determine the amount or timing of payments. Regarding working hours, YEA operatives work four hours daily, with no Sunday work. Whenever operatives work outside contracted hours, Zoomlion ensures they receive compensation, including lunch provisions. Although not contractually mandated, Zoomlion provides humanitarian support in cases of death or injury and offers annual gifts to operatives. For nearly two decades, Zoomlion has maintained a steadfast partnership with YEA, ensuring timely salary payments an

 Ghana's economy is set to receive a significant boost with the Ghana Manganese Company Limited's (GMC) planned $450 million manganese refinery Tarkwa in the Western region. This project aims to enhance the value of Ghana's manganese exports by improving the grade of manganese ore from 26.5% to over 40% through refining processes. The president, Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo, is expected to cut sod by the end of this month for the commencement of the project. The first phase, valued at $240 million, will involve constructing a 45MW gas-powered plant and a refinery with a 2 million tonnes per annum capacity. Completion is expected within 24 months, with a sod-cutting ceremony slated for October 2024. Key Benefits Speaking with members of the Journalists for Business Advocacy (JBA), when the group in partnership with the Ghana Chamber of Mines paid a courtesy call on the company, the Managing Director of GMC, Joseph Ampong, noted that processing manganese locally will generate