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AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine observes International Women’s Day 2026
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THE township of Obuasi came alive last week as AngloGold Ashanti, Obuasi Mine, marked International Women’s Day 2026 with a stirring celebration of women’s leadership, resilience, and achievement.
A two-part programme — an EmpowerHer Conference followed by a Dinner and Awards Night — drew employees, community leaders, and stakeholders to the AGA School Park, underscoring the mine’s commitment to gender inclusion both within its operations and across host communities.
The EmpowerHer Conference opened the day with energy and candour. Female employees and leaders from across departments gathered to share experiences, confront challenges, and chart strategies for strengthening women’s participation in the mining industry — a sector long dominated by men.
The sessions brimmed with mentorship and dialogue, offering inspiration and practical pathways for women determined to grow, lead, and thrive.
As dusk fell, the celebration shifted into elegance and recognition. The Dinner and Awards Night honoured 28 outstanding individuals across nine categories, spotlighting contributions in education, entrepreneurship, professional excellence, and community service. Among the honourees were female employees, women-led businesses, students, and public service professionals — each a testament to the power of investing in women’s potential.
In his keynote, Samuel Boakye Pobee, Managing Director of AGA Obuasi Mine, reaffirmed the company’s pledge to gender equity and inclusive growth. “Both men and women deserve equal opportunities to excel in their professions,” he declared.
Beyond the awards and accolades, the event reflected AngloGold Ashanti’s ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion, while inspiring the next generation of women to pursue leadership and professional excellence.
For Obuasi, it was more than a corporate programme — it was a community statement that women’s voices, talents, and ambitions are vital to the future of mining and development.
From Kingsley E. Hope, Kumasi
Veteran Nigerian actor and African screen legend, Pete Edochie, has paid a courtesy call on the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, during his visit to Ghana.
Edochie is in Ghana to launch the African Legacy Project, which includes a book, documentary film and an African Youth Mentorship Initiative targeting about 500,000 young people across the continent.
Mr. Gyamfi welcomed the opportunity for GoldBod to support the mentorship initiative, noting that it aligns with the Board’s Special Intervention Programme and its focus on social impact and economic empowerment.
GoldBod’s work is also referenced in Pete Edochie’s new book, which highlights Ghana’s efforts to ensure its gold resources contribute to national development.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned Ghanaians seeking employment in Zambia to be cautious of fraudulent job offers that could expose them to human trafficking and forced involvement in cybercrime.
The warning follows the arrest of six Ghanaians in Lusaka, Zambia, during a joint operation by the Zambia Police Service, the Drug Enforcement Commission and the Department of Immigration on August 23, 2026.
According to the Ministry, the operation targeted a facility suspected of being involved in organised cybercrime activities and led to the arrest of 79 people, including 10 Zambians and 69 foreign nationals.
The Ministry said six of the foreign nationals arrested were Ghanaians.
It explained that reports received by the Ghana High Commission in Lusaka indicated that some of those arrested had been recruited through what appeared to be legitimate employment opportunities, including online data entry jobs.
However, the Ministry said some were allegedly forced into online scam activities after their passports were confiscated by their employers.
It warned that the situation highlights how human trafficking groups are using fake employment opportunities to lure unsuspecting job seekers into illegal activities.
The Ministry has therefore advised Ghanaians travelling to Zambia or seeking employment there to thoroughly verify job offers, recruitment agencies and prospective employers before travelling.
Ghanaians living in Zambia have also been urged to remain vigilant when responding to online job opportunities and maintain regular contact with the Ghana High Commission in Lusaka for consular assistance when necessary.
The Ministry said the government remains committed to protecting the welfare and interests of Ghanaians travelling to or living outside the country.
By: Jacob Aggrey
