Sammy Gyamfi Denies Allegations of Buying Gold from Illegal Miners

Accra, Ghana – At 10:56 AM GMT today, TV3 Ghana reported that Sammy Gyamfi, CEO of Ghana Goldbod, publicly denied claims that the company purchases gold from illegal miners. Gyamfi emphasized that Goldbod exclusively trades with licensed small-scale miners, asserting the company’s commitment to legal and environmentally responsible operations.

The clarification comes amid growing concerns over the environmental and social impact of galamsey activities in Ghana. Illegal mining has been linked to deforestation, water pollution, and the destruction of arable land, prompting calls from civil society and environmental groups for stricter enforcement of mining regulations. Some stakeholders have even suggested declaring a state of emergency to tackle the crisis.

Gyamfi’s statement appears to be an effort to reassure both the public and regulatory authorities that Goldbod adheres strictly to legal mining practices and supports sustainable gold sourcing in Ghana.

As debates over illegal mining intensify, authorities are under increasing pressure to balance economic interests with environmental protection and community welfare.