Newmont’s Sale of Akyem Mine Faces Legal Scrutiny.
The planned sale of Newmont Corporation’s Akyem Gold Mine in Ghana has come under legal scrutiny, raising concerns about whether the transaction adheres to local regulations. The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has expressed worries about the transparency and legality of the sale process, questioning if all the necessary legal and regulatory frameworks are being properly followed. The Akyem Mine is one of Ghana’s most significant gold mining operations, and its potential sale has sparked debates over the future of mining investments and environmental compliance in the country.