The Minister for Lands, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has issued a directive to Gold Fields to vacate the Damang mining site, as he lends his support to the Minerals Commission’s decision.

The Commission has taken decisive action to assume operational control of the Daamang mines following the expiration of Goldfields' 30-year lease, which is set to end on April 18.

This decision comes after the unsuccessful renewal application by AGL, a subsidiary of Gold Fields Limited, which has not been actively mining since 2023.

Speaking to the press on Wednesday, the Minister emphasised that the government is ready to take full responsibility for the mine's operations.

He reassured workers that all existing jobs will be safeguarded and no one will lose their job.

“The Government of Ghana is committed to enforcing trade protocols to ensure safety, orderly operations, and the protection of all assets.

"Unauthorised assets or disruptions will not be tolerated. Together, we will uphold the integrity of this transition. No employee will lose their job.

"There will be continuity, protection, and security for all workers. We are committed to ensuring that all processes are transparent,” he assured.

The government’s proactive approach aims to secure the future of the Damang mine, ensuring both operational continuity and job security for workers.

The transition is expected to be carried out with full transparency, reinforcing the government's commitment to a responsible and orderly handover of operations at the site.