Chamber of Mines commits $400,000 to 16-unit military dormitory

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has committed US$400,000 towards the construction of a 16-unit dormitory block for the Ghana Armed Forces, in a move aimed at improving accommodation and living conditions for military personnel.

The financial commitment, which will be disbursed over three years, is expected to fund the construction of the facility as part of efforts to support the welfare of personnel who play a critical role in maintaining Ghana's peace and security.

Speaking at a cheque presentation ceremony, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, Ing. Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey, said the contribution was the mining industry's way of giving back to an institution whose personnel make significant sacrifices to protect the country.

He commended the Ghana Armed Forces for its professionalism, discipline and commitment to safeguarding the country's territorial integrity and maintaining stability, particularly in remote and challenging areas where mining companies operate.

According to him, the donation goes beyond providing a physical structure, as it represents an investment in the welfare of the men and women whose work creates a secure environment for businesses, communities and the wider economy to thrive.

"The intervention goes beyond putting up a building. It represents an investment in the men and women who protect the peace and stability on which national development depends," he said.

Receiving the donation, Chief of the Defence Staff, Lieutenant General William Agyapong, expressed appreciation to the Chamber for responding to the Armed Forces' appeal for support.

He also urged other corporate organisations to follow the Chamber's example by investing in initiatives that improve the welfare and living conditions of military personnel.

The intervention further strengthens the longstanding relationship between Ghana's mining industry and the country's security institutions, reflecting the Chamber's commitment to supporting national development through partnerships that extend beyond its core mining operations.