Veteran Small-Scale Miner Backs Ghana’s Proposed Gold Board to Boost Fair Trade and Transparency

Wassa Ataase, Ghana — A respected small-scale miner, Mr. Isaac K. Baidoo, has thrown his support behind the government's proposed establishment of a Gold Board to regulate the purchase of gold from small-scale miners in Ghana.

With over 25 years of hands-on experience in the mining sector, Mr. Baidoo, a resident of Wassa Ataase, described the initiative as a "game-changer" for the industry during a media interview. He emphasized that the Gold Board could help transform small-scale mining, making it more economically viable and transparent.

“This initiative has the potential to uplift the lives of thousands of miners and contribute significantly to the national economy,” Mr. Baidoo stated.

Key Benefits of the Gold Board Initiative, According to Mr. Baidoo:

• Ensure Fair Pricing: Establish a structured and regulated gold purchasing framework to eliminate exploitative pricing and ensure miners get fair value.

• Eliminate Exploitation: Safeguard local miners from foreign buyers who often exploit them, thus boosting the credibility and sustainability of the sector.

• Promote Transparency and Sustainability: Create a transparent, accountable, and sustainable gold market that contributes positively to Ghana’s economy.

Mr. Baidoo also called on the government to adequately resource the proposed Gold Board and to invest in modern mining equipment that would enhance the productivity and safety of small-scale mining operations.

“It’s time we elevate the small-scale mining sector. Let’s all—legal and even illegal miners—support this noble initiative for the greater good of Ghana,” he appealed.

As the government moves forward with the Gold Board proposal, voices like Mr. Baidoo’s underline the pressing need for reforms that protect local interests and foster long-term national growth.