Kenneth Ashigbey appointed as CEO of Ghana Chamber of Mines

A new leadership front has assumed position at the Ghana Chamber of Mines, looking forward to make positive strides for the organisation.

The Chamber of Mines has announced the appointment of Ing. Dr. Kenneth Ashigeby as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective June 1, 2025.

The acting CEO, Ahmed Dasana Nantogmah has been named as the Chamber’s first-ever Chief Operating Officer (COO). 

These significant appointments mark a new chapter in the Chamber’s objective to support inclusive growth, sustainability, and innovation in Ghana’s mining sector.

Era of a new leadership

 Ing. Dr. Kenneth Ashigbey brings to the Chamber a dynamic blend of leadership experience across the media, technology, infrastructure, and engineering sectors.

His multidisciplinary background positions him to guide the Chamber through a transformative period marked by shifting global priorities, resource governance reforms, and the growing imperative for environmental responsibility.

As CEO, Dr. Ashigbey will lead the strategic direction of the Chamber, deepen stakeholder collaboration, and advance robust policy advocacy to support the mining sector’s evolution.

Before assuming his new roles, he was the CEO of Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications, a role he held for almost eight years.

Taking on the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer, Ahmed Dasana Nantogmah will be responsible for the Chamber’s internal operations, ensuring seamless execution of its strategic objectives. Mr. Nantogmah has built a solid reputation within Ghana’s mining landscape through his extensive work in policy, corporate affairs, and st akeholder engagement. His operational oversight will help translate vision into results, further strengthening the Chamber’s impact on the ground.

Commenting on the appointments, Michael Edem Akafia, Esq., President of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, expressed optimism about the future: “The appointment of Ing. Kenneth Ashigbey and Ahmed Nantogmah heralds a new chapter for the Chamber. Their combined expertise, leadership, and vision will be instrumental in navigating the dynamic landscape of the mining industry and advancing the interests of our members and the nation.”

These leadership changes come at a time when Ghana’s mining sector is increasingly focused on value addition, responsible resource management, and maximizing local benefits.