Ahafo mine
The Ahafo mine is one of the largest gold mines in the Republic of Ghana and in the world. The mine is located in the center of the country in Brong-Ahafo Region. The mine has estimated reserves of 17 million ounces of gold.
Ahafo Gold Mine open pit gold mine | |
| Location | |
|---|---|
| Brong-Ahafo Region | |
| Country | Ghana |
| Coordinates | 7.012475°N 2.356042°W |
| Production | |
| Products | Gold |
| Owner | |
| Company | Star Africa Commodities & Minerals Limited, Newmont Goldcorp |
The company has been accused of "human rights abuses and irresponsible practices" by Earthworks, an environmental organization, and others.
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