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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. We are a subsidiary of Zijin Mining Group — one of the world's largest international mining companies with operations in 18 countries.

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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

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Latest from Zijin

News & Updates

Sustainability
APR 14 2025
Sustainability
Zijin Akyem Strengthens Carbon-Neutral Drive
Zijin Communications  ·  April 14, 2025
Economy
MAR 20 2025
Economy
Zijin Invests Over USD 570 Million in Ghana
Zijin Communications  ·  March 20, 2025
Corporate
FEB 08 2025
Corporate
Zijin Mining Group Board Affirms Commitment to Increased Investment in Ghana
Zijin Communications  ·  February 8, 2025
Operations
JAN 22 2025
Operations
Zijin Akyem Mine Praised for Cleanliness and Order
Zijin Communications  ·  January 22, 2025
Community
DEC 10 2024
Community
Zijin Golden Ridge Reinforces Commitment to Long-Term Development in Birim North District
Zijin Communications  ·  December 10, 2024

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