Chirano Gold Mines has emphasised its commitment to investing in education within the company’s catchment communities.
It said its activities along the education sector aim to create a rich pool of human resources that can be relied upon for sustainability of the mine and other services necessary for development.
This because the future and sustainability of the mining industry hinges on the availability of a well-educated workforce, says the General Manager of Chirano Gold Mines – a subsidiary of Asante Gold Company – Stephen Asante Yamoah.
To this end, he noted that the firm’s vision extends far beyond mining to building strong, inclusive and prosperous communities.
Mr. Asante Yamoah spoke at the inauguration and handing over of a rehabilitated municipal office for the Ghana Education Service (GES), at Sefwi Wiawso in the Western North Region, and noted the significance of developing its host communities.
“This beautifully completed edifice is a show of how Asante Chirano, despite our current fiscal challenges, continues to partner with stakeholders in bringing development to our communities through educational development among others.
“The Ghana Education Service office block’s rehabilitation is a true testament to the strength and potential of local partnerships,” he said.
Furthermore, he disclosed that the project’s construction was carried out by the chief of Nsuonsua, Nana Eluo Panyin, with funding from Chirano Gold Mines. “The collaboration reinforces Asante Chirano’s vision of empowering and involving local stakeholders for community development.”
Asante Chirano, he said, believes in the position that education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today.
Also, he said, education is the key that unlocks doors of opportunity, empowering individuals to reach their fullest potential and contribute meaningfully to growth and prosperity of the nation.
Consistent with this, he observed that effectively harnessing the potential of education begins with providing a conducive and modern environment for educators and administrators to carry out their noble mission of imparting knowledge and nurturing the minds of our future leaders. The completion of this project, he noted, is to provide the needed conducive environment.
Moreover, he stated that creation of the Western North Region and elevation of Sefwi Wiawso to the regional capital means calls for upgrading the existing infrastructure to reflect its new status.
“We are happy to say that the new look of this building and upgrading the facilities inside is now befitting of the Ghana Education Service Municipal Headquarters,” he stated.
The General Manager of Chirano Gold Mines stressed the need to continue working hand in hand, guided by the principles of collaboration, innovation and inclusivity, adding that: “Together, we can achieve even greater heights and create a legacy of positive change that will endure for generations to come.”
Meanwhile, he also urged Ghana Education Service to put in place a robust maintenance regime.
Present at the ceremony were the Paramount Chief of Sefwi Wiawso, Katakyie Kwasi Bumangama II; the Sefwi Wiawso Municipal Chief Executive; Municipal Director of GES and other heads of government agencies and traditional authorities.
