Media Release: Newmont Africa Addresses Reports of Arrest of Concerned Farmers in Relation to Ahafo North Project.
Media Release: Newmont Africa Addresses Reports of Arrest of Concerned Farmers in Relation to Ahafo North Project. Accra, 13 th September, 2023 – Newmont Africa has noted with concern, media publications alleging connivance with the police to arrest some members of the Concerned Farmers Association in its Ahafo North Project’s mining area. Newmont Africa remains committed to progressing the Ahafo North Project in a responsible and sustainable manner, having due regard for the human rights of all persons affected by the Project. The company respects and proactively engaged in good faith dialogue to reach mutually acceptable solutions. The Ahafo North Project has therefore enjoyed strong community, regulatory, and broader stakeholder support and approval. Ahafo North land access and Concerned Farmers’ claims In compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, Newmont has accessed over 98% of land required to begin construction of the Project. About 2,500 farme