The Concerned Small Scale Miners Association (CSSMA) has commended the leadership of Sammy Gyamfi at Goldbod, describing his stewardship as pivotal to translating President John Mahama’s vision for a structured and nationally beneficial gold sector into action.

In a statement, the Association said Goldbod was established to bring order, fairness, and value to Ghana’s small-scale and artisanal gold mining industry, noting that under Mr. Gyamfi’s leadership, the institution is steadily delivering on that mandate.

According to the group, his management style reflects a strong commitment to the national interest, discipline in operations, and recognition of the critical role small-scale miners play in the economy.

The miners highlighted Mr. Gyamfi’s engagement with operators across the country, saying sustained dialogue and openness have helped rebuild trust between miners and the state, while ensuring policies are grounded in on-the-ground realities.

The Association also praised Goldbod’s pricing regime, describing it as fair and transparent. It said the approach has improved miners’ incomes, reduced exploitation by middlemen, and encouraged the sale of gold through approved channels, thereby promoting compliance and stability within the sector.

Beyond the mining communities, CSSMA noted that Goldbod’s operations have contributed to Ghana’s foreign exchange inflows by reducing leakages and formalising gold purchases.

These gains, it said, have supported macroeconomic stability by easing inflationary pressures, strengthening the cedi, and improving investor confidence.

The group further welcomed Mr. Gyamfi’s firm stance against gold smuggling, particularly plans to introduce a credible traceability system from source to sale.

Such measures, it said, will protect state revenue, restore integrity to the sector and yield environmental benefits by discouraging illegal mining, safeguarding water bodies and promoting responsible land reclamation.

Reaffirming its support, the Association said it stands firmly behind Mr. Gyamfi and Goldbod in advancing President Mahama’s vision of a transparent, well-regulated gold sector that delivers lasting benefits for small-scale miners and the nation at large.