AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine observes International Women’s Day 2026

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