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Business

Open-Pit Mining Excellence

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State-of-the-art open-pit mining delivering sustainable gold production.

Underground Expansion

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Plans to extend mine life by 20 years with underground operations by 2028.

Processing & Refining

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Carbon-in-leach plant with 8.5M tonnes/year capacity ensuring high recovery rates.

Sustainability Initiatives

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Environmental stewardship and community development programs in Ghana.

About Akyem Gold Mine

Zijin Mining Group acquired Akyem Gold Mine in April 2025 for $1 billion. Located in Ghana's Eastern Region, the mine boasts proven reserves of 34.6 tonnes and resources of 54.4 tonnes. With cutting-edge technology and a focus on sustainability, Akyem is set to remain a cornerstone of Ghana's mining industry for decades.

Frequently Asked Questions

Akyem processes 8.5 million tonnes of ore annually through its carbon-in-leach plant.

Through reforestation, biodiversity programs, and community development initiatives in Ghana.

Zijin plans underground mining by 2028, extending mine life by 20 years and boosting output to 10 tonnes/year.

Phone Number

0302 96 0606
0307 01 1855

Purpose, Value and Strategy

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