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Zijin Golden Ridge Limited

Located in the Birim North District of Ghana's Eastern Region, the Akyem Gold Mine represents Zijin Mining's commitment to responsible resource development.

Our Values

Safety

We are committed to the highest standards of safety and wellbeing of our people, our partners and our communities.

Our Values

Green

We produce mineral materials with minimal carbon footprints and develop energy-efficient technologies to decarbonise mineral production.

Our Values

Collaboration

We unite shareholders, employees, host communities and contractors into a community dedicated to generating value and sharing the benefits of growth.

Our Values

Innovation

We continually refine our ideas, technologies and management strategies to explore new opportunities and achieve greater success.

Our Values

Integrity

We adhere to laws, respect contracts, reject fraud and are committed to delivering quality, safe and responsible products and services.

Akyem Gold Mine
About Us

Zijin Golden
Ridge Limited

Zijin Golden Ridge Limited (ZGRL) is a gold mining company operating the Akyem Gold Mine in the Eastern Region of Ghana.

The Company is a subsidiary of Zijin Gold International Company Limited, a leading global gold mining company and the consolidated overseas gold vehicle of Zijin Mining Group Co., Ltd., one of China's largest mining groups.

Operations at the Akyem Mine commenced in April 2025, following the purchase of the mine by Zijin Mining Group from Newmont for US$1 billion.

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2025 Performance

Our Impact in Numbers

Delivering measurable value to Ghana — through fiscal contribution, local enterprise, employment and community investment.

Economic contribution
USD 597M+

Total economic contribution to Ghana in 2025

Local procurement
USD 335M+

Channelled through Ghanaian suppliers and businesses in 2025

Fiscal payments
USD 189M+

Direct fiscal payments to the Ghanaian state in 2025

Community investment
USD 1.2M+

Structured community investment in Birim North District in 2025

What Drives Everything We Do

WHAT DRIVES EVERYTHING WE DO

OUR CORE VALUES

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Safety

Committed to the highest standards of safety and wellbeing for our people, partners and communities.

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Green

Using low-carbon and energy-efficient technologies to support responsible mineral production.

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Collaboration

Uniting shareholders, employees, contractors and host communities to create shared value.

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Innovation

Continuously improving ideas, technologies and strategies to unlock future opportunities.

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Integrity

Upholding laws, rejecting fraud and delivering safe, responsible and high-quality products.

Akyem Gold Mine

Projects & Videos

Innovation
Zijin in Ghana
Community
Nurturing Local Talent for Global Impact
Akyem Gold Mine video
Active Today, Stronger Tomorrow
Akyem Gold Mine video
Expanding Apprenticeship Training in the Birim North
Akyem Gold Mine video
Zijin in Ghana: A Short Introduction
Akyem Gold Mine video
One year in Ghana: Zijin Commitment to Employment
Akyem Gold Mine video
One year in Ghana: Message from MP for Birim North
Mine Operations
Zijin Invests in Green Future in Ghana
Safety
Give to Gain - Supporting Women to Gain
Safety
Proving our Safety Credentials at Zijin
Akyem Gold Mine video
Zijin Stories: 'Skillful' Lessons After 14 years

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News & Updates

Leading sustainable gold mining operations in Ghana's Eastern Region, combining advanced technology with environmental stewardship and community development.