Ghana’s small-scale gold export sector has delivered a remarkable performance in 2025, generating more than US$8 billion in foreign exchange between January and October 15, according to newly released figures from the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) and the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC).
GoldBod data shows that small-scale miners exported 81,719.23 kilograms of gold during the period, valued at US$8.06 billion. This represents a substantial leap from US$4.61 billion recorded in 2024 and nearly four times the US$2.19 billion achieved in 2023.
The figures point to a consistent upward trajectory in both gold volume and export value over the past three years, highlighting the impact of improved regulation, greater transparency, and enhanced compliance within Ghana’s small-scale mining sector.
Significant gains were logged in several months, notably May (US$1.17 billion), June (US$957.9 million), and April (US$897.6 million), underscoring an especially strong performance in the second quarter of the year.
GoldBod credited its ongoing partnership with PMMC and tighter oversight of small-scale gold exports for the sector’s positive results.
This collaboration has played a critical role in curbing illicit trade and ensuring that proceeds from gold sales are properly repatriated to benefit the Ghanaian economy.
The surge in gold export earnings is expected to further strengthen Ghana’s foreign reserves and support the nation’s broader economic recovery efforts.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
