𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘀 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵 𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗹𝗱𝘀 – 𝗕𝗼𝗴𝗼𝘀𝗼-𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗮 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗲

Minister Visits Heath Goldfields Bogoso Prestea

On Wednesday 17th September 2025, Heath Goldfields Bogoso-Prestea Gold Mine was honored to welcome 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗘𝗺𝗺𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗔𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗵 𝗞𝗼𝗳𝗶 𝗕𝘂𝗮𝗵, 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗟𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀, to our Bogoso-Prestea Gold Mine. He was accompanied by 𝗠𝗿. 𝗜𝘀𝗮𝗮𝗰 𝗔𝗻𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘄𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗵, 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗘𝗢 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻, and 𝗠𝗿. 𝗥𝗶𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝗞𝗼𝗳𝗶 𝗔𝗱𝗷𝗲𝗶, 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗲𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀.

The Minister’s visit was to inspect progress of work towards the reopening of the Mine, evaluate the company’s compliance with mining regulations, environmental standards, and health and safety protocols.

The visit marks a significant milestone in Heath Goldfields’ journey to restore and revitalize this historic mine.

The Minister was taken on guided tour of the Processing Plant, where ore is turned into gold concentrate. He also had the opportunity to interact with some Mine employees. The Minister expressed his appreciation and commended Heath Goldfields for its investment and operational success towards sustainable mining for economic growth.

In his remarks, Mr. Patrick Appiah Mensah, Managing Director of Heath Goldfields, emphasized the company’s commitment to safety and sustainability:

“Since taking over in January 2025, our top priority has been safety. We’ve stabilized the site, pumped out long-flooded underground workings, and rebuilt critical infrastructure. Community recruitment and training are well underway, and compliance is being rigorously enforced. We are proud to be part of this socio-economic development of this region and the nation at large. Visible progress is being made and this is just the beginning.”

He reaffirmed that the Bogoso-Prestea Mine has always been central to the life of the community, and its future will be built on responsible mining and sustainable development.

We deeply appreciate the Minister’s support and the Minerals Commission’s continued guidance. Their presence is a powerful reminder of the responsibility we carry and the opportunity we have to make a lasting impact.

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Heath GoldFields | Strengthening Dialogue Through Community Engagement at Bogoso Prestea

Heath GoldFields Ltd recently hosted a Community Mine Consultative Committee (CMCC) meeting that brought together mine leadership, traditional authorities, local government, and community representatives. The session reinforced the company’s commitment to transparent communication, responsible mining, and shared community development around the Bogoso–Prestea Mine.

Appointment of Finance Manager

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Okai Mickson as Finance Manager of Heath Goldfields Ltd. Mr. Mickson is a highly accomplished finance professional whose career spans more than 18 years across the mining, legal, property, and consulting sectors. He brings to Heath a rare blend of financial leadership, systems expertise, and operational insight, backed by a proven track record of strengthening financial governance and delivering value in complex business environments.

Heath GoldFields | Restoring the Bogoso–Prestea Mine

Patrick Appiah Mensah, Managing Director of Heath GoldFields Ltd, shares a major progress update on the company’s mission to restore the historic Bogoso–Prestea Mine. With more than GHS 150 million already invested across salaries, safety upgrades, and community obligations even before production resumes, Heath GoldFields continues to demonstrate its commitment to responsible mining, sustainability, and Ghanaian-led transformation in the gold sector.

Appointment of Managing Director of Bogoso Prestea Gold Mine

Heath Goldfields Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Patrick Appiah Mensah as the Managing Director of the Bogoso Prestea Gold Mine, effective immediately. This executive leadership appointment marks a significant milestone in the company’s strategy to restart operations and restore the mine as a benchmark for responsible and sustainable gold mining in Ghana.

Heath Goldfields Pays GHS 80 million to Settle Legacy Salary Arrears Left by Former Leaseholder

Heath Goldfields Ltd, the current leaseholder and operator of the Bogoso-Prestea Gold Mine, has paid GHS 80 million to settle outstanding salaries owed to employees from the previous leaseholder’s tenure.

Appointment of Mine Operations Manager

Heath Goldfields Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Samuel Buertey Hadjor as Mine Operations Manager for Heath Goldfields Bogoso Prestea Gold Mine, effective immediately.

Chief Inspector of Mines Visits Heath GoldFields’ Bogoso Prestea Mine

Heath GoldFields Ltd recently welcomed Chief Inspector of Mines, Mr. Richard Kofi Adjei, to the Bogoso Prestea Mine as part of ongoing preparations for a responsible restart of operations. During his visit to the Prestea Underground Mine, Mr. Adjei commended the company’s progress and urged the team to uphold the highest safety standards. The visit underscores Heath GoldFields’ commitment to regulatory partnership, operational excellence, and community-driven sustainability as the company moves toward renewed production.

Appointment of HSE Manager of Bogoso Prestea Gold Mine

We are pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Samuel Morkeh Arthur (CEnv, MISEP, EnvDipNEBOSH, FGhISEP) as Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) Manager for the Bogoso Prestea Mine, effective 15th September 2025.

Samuel is an accomplished Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) leader with 22 years of professional experience, including 14 years in the mining industry. He holds an MSc in Environmental Resources Management and a BSc in Agricultural Engineering, along with multiple professional certifications, including NEBOSH Diplomas and Certificates, ISO Lead Auditor accreditations (ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001), Radiation Safety certification, and the Ghana Minerals Commission Certificates of Competency as Senior Officer, Superintendent, and HSE Manager.

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