The Commission has been honoured for its exceptional regulatory leadership and enduring partnership with the jewellery industry. The recognition was bestowed during the prestigious Gold Statement 2025 Gala Night, held on November 29 at the Golden Bean Hotel in Kumasi.

The glittering ceremony marked the grand finale of the two-day Gold Statement summit, a platform that has significantly evolved from a national forum into a truly Pan-African dialogue concerning the jewellery and minerals sector.

Against a backdrop of dazzling jewellery showcases and cultural performances, the Commission was presented with a special award acknowledging its pivotal role in developing and regulating the industry. The honour specifically highlighted the Commission’s critical work in formalising Ghana’s artisanal and small-scale mining landscape, reinforcing the conference theme that the prosperity of Ghana’s jewellery sector is inextricably linked to responsible mining practices.

Speaking at the event, Madam Judy Nakuor Crayem, Chairperson of Gold Statement and CEO of Rapport Services, underscored the vital importance of collaboration between regulators and private industry. She noted that the award bestowed upon the Commission symbolised the sector’s deep appreciation for this continued partnership.

This award is not just for the Commission; it is a recognition of the shared vision we hold with every miner, jeweller, and designer in this room. It reaffirms our collective commitment to transforming Ghana’s mineral wealth into a source of sustainable livelihood, environmental responsibility, and global pride through jewellery. The Commission is committed to deepening this collaboration to ensure our gold tells a story of integrity from the mine to the market. The award positions the Commission as a key architect in building a transparent, sustainable, and globally competitive value chain for Ghanaian gold.

The Gold Statement 2025 successfully convened a diverse and influential gathering, blending high-level policy discussions with technical presentations and a major jewellery exhibition.

This year’s edition saw significant continental expansion, hosting patrons from Nigeria, Malawi, Botswana, Tanzania, and Côte d’Ivoire, among others. The programme attracted high-level sponsorship and collaboration from the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), the African Union’s African Minerals Development Centre (AMDC), and the Africa Gem Jewellery Exhibitions & Conference.

Furthermore, the event successfully charted a coherent path for future industry development. A significant milestone included the cementing of a partnership between the Lapidary Institute of Ghana, industry stakeholders, and the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

The 2025 summit concluded with a renewed focus on the convergence of responsible mining, championed by the Commission, skills development through academic collaboration, and international support to build a resilient, ethical, and globally competitive African jewellery industry.

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