AngloGold Ashanti is targeting increased gold production from its Ghanaian operations in 2026 while continuing to make significant contributions to the country's economy through taxes, royalties, local procurement and community development investments.
Speaking at the 2026 West African Mining and Power Exhibition and Conference (WAMPEX) in Accra, Managing Director of the AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine is Samuel Boakye Pobee, said the company remains committed to supporting Ghana's mining sector growth and broader economic transformation.
AngloGold Ashanti, the headline sponsor of WAMPEX 2026, expects production from its two Ghanaian mines—Obuasi and Iduapriem—to exceed 2025 levels.
According to the company, the Obuasi Mine is projected to produce between 250,000 and 300,000 ounces of gold in 2026, while the Iduapriem Mine is forecast to produce between 222,000 and 230,000 ounces.
The projections follow a strong performance in 2025, when Obuasi produced approximately 266,000 ounces and Iduapriem delivered about 199,000 ounces, bringing total production from the two operations to roughly 465,000 ounces.
Pobee noted that beyond gold production, AngloGold Ashanti continues to play a significant role in Ghana's economy through government payments, local procurement and investments in host communities.
He disclosed that in 2025 alone, the company contributed approximately US$261 million in payments to government through taxes, royalties and other statutory obligations.
The company also invested US$10.73 million in community development initiatives aimed at improving education, healthcare, livelihoods and infrastructure in its host communities.
In addition, AngloGold Ashanti spent about US$4.1 billion on local content procurement between 2018 and 2025, underscoring its commitment to supporting Ghanaian businesses and promoting local participation in the mining value chain.
In 2025, AngloGold Ashanti contributed approximately US$261 million to government and invested US$10.73 million in community development initiatives."
Pobee said responsible mining must continue to create shared value for host communities and national economies, adding that the industry's long-term success depends on balancing production growth with sustainable development and local economic empowerment.
Responsible mining must deliver benefits beyond the mine gate by creating jobs, supporting communities and contributing meaningfully to national development, he stressed.
He noted that partnerships between mining companies, government, local businesses and communities remain critical to ensuring that Ghana fully benefits from its mineral resources while maintaining its attractiveness as a leading mining destination in Africa.
As WAMPEX 2026 focuses on responsible mining and sustainable development, AngloGold Ashanti reaffirmed its commitment to investing in Ghana, expanding local value creation and supporting the country's position as one of Africa's leading gold producers.
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