The Ghana Chamber of Mines has lauded Newmont Ghana Gold Limited for taking the lead in the development of communities within its Ahafo North and South Mines in the Ahafo Region.

Mr. Sulemanu Koney, the Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber, gave the commendation when he paid a working visit to the mine's operational enclave at Kenyasi in the Asutifi North District.

The mining company is funding the construction of the 8.2-kilometer Kenyasi-Hwidiem road at the cost of GHC71 million.

During an inspection, Mr Koney noted the project would not only open up the area, but also strengthen the relationship between the mine and the people, and lauded the company for the road and other development projects in the area.

Being accompanied by some members of the Journalists for Business Advocacy (JBA), Mr. Koney is on a two-day working visit to acquaint himself with the operations of the mine.

He indicated that mining was purposely meant for development, and therefore underscored the need for the local communities to build and strengthen friendly relationship with the company.

Mr. Koney explained that the Newmont Ahafo North operations in the Tano North Municipality would make the Ahafo a mining hub, transform and bring the development of the region to the next to level.

Source: Sompaonline.com/98.9FM/K.Peprah