The Coordinator of the Economic Governance Platform (EGP), Abdul Karim Mohammed, says the organisation is actively engaging private sector investors to help stabilise Ghana’s gold trading sector and enhance its contribution to the national economy.
Mr Mohammed made the remarks during a policy dialogue on economic governance and resource sector reforms held in Accra on Wednesday, February 4, 2026. He said efforts to woo private sector participation are part of broader strategies to address structural challenges in the gold market and to mobilise investment that supports orderly trading and value‑addition processes.
According to Mr Mohammed, Ghana’s gold sector remains a key driver of foreign exchange earnings and economic stability, but it faces longstanding issues such as fragmentation, informal trade channels, and limited investment in downstream processing. He said private sector engagement is critical to complement government initiatives and strengthen the entire gold value chain, from mining through marketing and export.
“The involvement of private investors will help create efficiencies, support innovation, and promote competitiveness in our gold trade,” he said, underscoring that collaborative partnerships can attract capital, technical expertise and market access that will benefit local miners and traders alike.
Mr Mohammed stressed that a stable and transparent gold trading ecosystem will not only enhance revenue generation but also support Ghana’s macroeconomic stability at a time when the global economy remains uncertain. He urged policymakers to adopt investor‑friendly reforms that protect domestic interests while encouraging sustainable private investment.
He also highlighted the need for clear regulatory frameworks that ensure traceability, accountability and benefits retention within the country’s gold sector. The EGP’s position reflects ongoing public discourse about reforms to formalise gold trading, reduce smuggling, and maximise foreign exchange inflows from an industry that plays a central role in Ghana’s export portfolio.
